Software Engineer II

RTX

Town of Marlborough (NY)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 131,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

RTX is seeking a Software Engineer II to advance radar software for the REPA department. You will contribute to modern C++ on Linux, develop MATLAB tools, and work with hardware/firmware teams to solve complex engineering challenges. This role is onsite in Marlborough, MA, with a 1st shift schedule.

Applicants should have a STEM degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, plus experience in C++, Linux, MATLAB, and DevOps. Interim Secret clearance or higher is required before start.

Qualifications

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Experience in C++ (C++14/17/20), including object-oriented design and performance optimization.
  • Experience developing in Linux environments (e.g., command-line workflows, build systems, debugging tools).
  • Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, automated build/test pipelines).
  • Experience with MATLAB (e.g., algorithm development, modeling, numerical analysis).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain an Interim Secret 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.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise in modern C++ development and hands-on experience across Linux, MATLAB, DevOps tooling, and Python.
  • Work within Linux to develop C/C++ and MatLab tools to build and test the DREXs going into the next generation of Radars.
  • Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to work out technical challenges and deliver advanced capabilities.
  • This 1st shift role will be 100% onsite and based in Marlborough, MA.

Skills

C++ (C++14/17/20)
Linux development
MATLAB
DevOps tooling
Python
Radar/SDR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Docker
Kubernetes
GitLab CI
Jenkins
MATLAB

Job description

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA2 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 2

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

This is your opportunity to join the Receiver/ Exciter & Processing Architecture (REPA) Department as a Software Engineer II. The department’s primary goal is to design, develop, and support land and sea-based radar systems. We are looking for a unique engineer to enhance the sustainability of our current radar products. The ideal candidate will have experience in legacy radar hardware and software technologies, with an interest and ability to transition these products to current technologies while maintaining and troubleshooting and patching our deployed systems.

What You Will Do
  • Provide expertise in modern C++ development and hands‑on experience across Linux, MATLAB, DevOps tooling, and Python.
  • Work within Linux to develop C/C++ and MatLab tools to build and test the DREXs going into the next generation of Radars.
  • Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to work out technical challenges and deliver advanced capabilities.
  • This 1st shift role will be 100% onsite and based in Marlborough, MA.
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 C++ (C++14/17/20), including object-oriented design and performance optimization.
  • Experience developing in Linux environments (e.g., command-line workflows, build systems, debugging tools).
  • Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, automated build/test pipelines).
  • Experience with MATLAB (e.g., algorithm development, modeling, numerical analysis).
  • The ability to obtain and maintain an Interim Secret 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.
Qualifications We Prefer
  • Experience with Python (e.g., scripting, test automation, data analysis).
  • Experience with radar signal processing, RF systems, or software-defined radio (SDR).
  • Experience with tools like GNU Radio, USRP platforms, or similar SDR frameworks.
  • Experience in digital signal processing, real‑time systems, or embedded development.
  • Experience in high-throughput, low-latency system design.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, technical engineering environment.
  • Active / Existing Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
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.
  • This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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