Software Engineer II – Onsite (El Segundo)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance program

Scholar program

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX, an aerospace and defense leader, is seeking a software engineer in El Segundo to design, develop, and test software in an agile environment. The role focuses on delivering reliable code to support DoD programs and maintaining system architecture documentation.

Key qualifications include DoD Secret clearance on day one, a STEM degree, and 12+ months of software experience in C, C++, or Java, plus scripting and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• DoD Clearance: Secret active on day one, ability to get TS and SAP
• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• This position requires 12 months or more of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
• Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using C, C++, or Java, or similar high-level programming languages
• Experience with Scripting languages
• Clearly communicate plans, status, and issues to teammates and program leadership
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software based on software trouble reports in an agile, collaborative environment, delivering builds
• 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 improvement
• Work collaboratively with multiple engineering disciplines to analyze, implement, and test system modification requests to the existing system baseline

Skills

C/C++/Java

Scripting

Team communication

Agile methods

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-22 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: 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: Active and existing security clearance required on 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

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 customer’s 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 improvement Work collaboratively with multiple engineering disciplines to analyze, implement, and test system modification requests to the existing system baseline

Qualifications You Must Have

DoD Clearance: Secret active on day one, ability to get TS and Special Access Programs (SAP) Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) This position requires 12 months or more of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships) Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using C, C++, or Java, or similar high-level programming languages Experience with Scripting languages Clearly communicate plans, status, and issues to teammates and program leadership Ensure the successful integration of software components into delivered products The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Clearance Information

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience in Object Oriented and scripting languages Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements Experience contributing to a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to difficult technical problems Experience working in a Continuous Integration/Continuous Development environment; experience with CI/CD pipelines Experience with developing, testing, and integrating software using Java/C / C++ or modern software development language Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles Software development lifecycle experience Well-developed communications skills and team collaboration skills Self-motivated Proven ability and desire to facilitate career growth and knowledge transfer Proven ability to provide technical solutions to complex issues Experience working in Agile environments such as scrum, scrum at scale, and DevSecOps Familiarity with MS Office or similar productivity applications

This position is classified as: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. These include all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

• 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
• holidays
• 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

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.