Software Engineer II

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Life insurance

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Software Engineer in El Segundo to develop and integrate real-time applications. You will contribute across design, development, integration, and test, collaborating with systems engineers to deliver robust solutions for military and commercial programs.

The role requires a STEM degree with at least 2 years of experience in real-time software, C++, scripting, and familiarity with Linux environments. U.S. citizenship for security clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in real-time software development, testing and integration (C++ or similar).
• Proficiency with scripting languages (Shell/Perl/Python).
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and integrate real-time software for military and commercial programs.
• Support full software development life cycle within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers to meet end-user operational needs.
• Occasional travel for business requirements.

Skills

C++ real-time software

Scripting (Shell/Perl/Python)

Git

GitLab

Linux / RTOS experience

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Git

GitLab

Linux

VxWorks

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Country: United States of America

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

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

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

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• This position is for a Software Engineer who has professional experience in the development and implementation of software for real-time applications. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:


• Support all aspects of a software development life cycle as members of a multi-disciplined team.


• This would include supporting new and legacy military and commercial programs from concept and requirements, to design, development, integration, test, and potentially subsequent maintenance tasking.


• Use and provide creative solutions to complex technical system and software integration problems.


• Work closely with Systems Engineers to design ideal solutions with the end user and operational needs in mind.


• This position may require occasional business-related travel.

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 in developing, testing, and integrating real-time software applications written in C++ or closely related software languages.


• Experience in computer scripting languages such as Shell/Perl/Python.


• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, which this job will require.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Development experience on Linux, VxWorks, or other Real Time Operating Systems is highly preferred.


• Experience working in lab environments with physical hardware (e.g., test benches, simulators).


• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases.


• Experience with product development utilizing the Scrum techniques of the Agile software development process.


• Experience with DevSecOps pipeline implementation and utilization, including Static Code Analysis, Automated Build, and Automated Test techniques using continuous integration/continuous delivery with Test-Driven Development approach.


• Hands-on experience with Git for version control and GitLab for repository management.


• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance preferred.


• Experience with EO/IR (Electro-Optical/Infrared) systems.

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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.