Software Engineer II

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 75,800 - 144,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Raytheon, based in El Segundo, CA, is searching for a Software Engineer to work within their Next Generation Radio Frequency Sensors Management Software Department. The ideal candidate will develop and test software for sophisticated RF/EOIR products.

This role requires a degree in STEM and significant experience with software development using C, C++, or Java. Candidates must have a Top Secret security clearance.

Raytheon offers competitive salaries ranging from $75,800 to $144,200 and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in software test and integration.
• Experience in embedded or low-level software development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software in an agile environment.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code.
• Participate in agile execution and continuous improvement.

Skills

Software development using C, C++, or Java

Experience with containerized applications like Docker and Kubernetes

Experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Tools

CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket

Job description

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01

Date Posted: 2026-06-09

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: Top Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Next Generation Radio Frequency Sensors Management Software Department mission is to provide world class Software for our customers’ wide array of RF/EOIR and high-energy laser sensor products for airborne and space applications. Our software capabilities include software requirement development, design, modeling/simulation, real-time embedded, signal processing and data processing, infrastructure software, software testing, integration, and verification. Next Gen RF Sensors SW team in El Segundo CA is looking to add a Software Engineer to their development team.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and test software based on software trouble reports in an agile, collaborative environment, delivering builds
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, the ability to thrive in small, empowered teams, and an intense desire to directly enable our customers’ success
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments
• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including system architecture and design specifications
• Participate in agile execution and continuous improvementWork collaboratively with multiple engineering disciplines to analyze, implement, and test system modification requests to the existing system baseline

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using C, C++, or Java
• Experience with containerized applications such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps Software Methodologies

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with embedded or low-level software development, including OS-adjacent or hardware-interfacing work.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and infrastructure such as Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, or similar.
• Experience developing and integrating OMS-based architecture
• Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum, Continuous Integration, and Test-Driven Development Methodologies
• Experience developing embedded software for sensors, algorithm development, signal or data processing preferred.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available.

Details about salary range: 75,800 USD - 144,200 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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