Software Engineer II (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL for the C2BMC Next Program. You will develop Java-based systems for the Command and Control, contribute to software maintenance, and work within a fast-paced team with security clearance requirements.

Responsibilities include analysis, programming, testing, and collaboration with support groups. Onsite role with opportunities to grow in a defense-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable Final Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and provide technical support for systems software products, including design, development, testing, and user support.
• Interface with other system support groups to resolve issues and improve OS efficiency.
• Work on various phases of software systems programming applications with limited guidance.
• Support the C2BMC program and contribute to development of advanced software systems.
• Work independently or in small teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Maintain and debug software to ensure optimal performance.
• Develop or modify operating systems applications based on provided specs.
• Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation.

Skills

Java/J2EE

OO design

Agile

Scrum

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Maven

GitHub

Nexus

Eclipse

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-1220-CUST ~ 1220 Redstone Gateway S ~ RESTONE (External Site)

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: Secret - Current

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

Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

The C2BMC Next Program, based in Huntsville AL, is seeking a Software Engineer to provide software development in the Java language for the Systems Architecture (Sys- Ar) of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville, AL. on the Command and Control for Ballistic Missile Defense.

What You Will Do

• Perform analysis and provide technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support.
• Interface with other system support groups to resolve issues, set standards, and improve overall operating system efficiency.
• Work on various phases of software systems programming applications, requiring minimal instruction and guidance for certain phases.
• This role supports the C2BMC program, contributing to the development and maintenance of advanced software systems.
• As a Software Engineer, you will work independently or with a small group and be flexible in a highly dynamic and ever-changing environment.
• Maintain currency, debug, and configure related software products to ensure optimal performance.
• Develop or modify operating systems applications based on provided specifications.
• Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs to meet program requirements.

What You Will Learn

• Understanding of software engineering and software development with Java/J2EE experience or alternate OO development experience (additional experience with C++ also desired).
• Knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management.
• Candidate must have oral, written, and communication skills and an ability to work effectively in a rapid paced, team environment.
• Understanding standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Ability to triage scrum team issues based on priority, impact, risk, and release timing; outstanding time management skills and attention to details.
• Strong understanding of The Scrum Guide.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Active and transferable Final Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
• Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or build management.
• Willingness to take on unanticipated tasking.
• Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as maven, git/GitHub, nexus, and Eclipse.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!