Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

RTX; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX is seeking an intern in San Diego, CA, onsite, entering their senior or post-graduate year by Summer 2027. The Software organization develops software for missiles, launchers, radars, and naval systems, with real-time and control processing.

You will join fast-paced agile teams, learn modern software engineering practices, and contribute to testing and integration efforts. The role offers a pathway to learn DevSecOps tools and gain experience across the software lifecycle on mission-critical

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering and actively enrolled through the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 90 hours of credit by the start of the internship/co-op session.
• Candidates should have good writing skills to observe, capture precise information and review content for accuracy and clarity.
• Experience with Java and Linux environments.
• Experience with Code Development Tools: VSCode, Maven, JUnit5, Mockito.

Responsibilities

• Support software development lifecycle in fast-paced agile teams for mission-critical systems.
• Assist with unit, integration, and regression testing across software components.
• Learn DevSecOps practices and tools such as Jira, GitLab, Confluence, etc.
• Contribute to software development for systems including missiles, launchers, radars, and control processing.

Skills

Java

Linux

VSCode

Maven

JUnit5

Mockito

GitLab

Confluence

Education

Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Go

Python

C++

Job description

What You Will Do

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required. Security Clearance Status: Not Required.

Location: US-CA-SAN DIEGO-SD1 ~ 8650 Balboa Ave ~ SAN ANTONIO BLDG.

Position Role Type: Onsite.

This position is for an Intern who will beentering their Senior, or Post-Graduate year by the start of Summer 2027. 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 Software organization develops software applications, including integration and test on missiles, launchers, radars, naval systems, fire control and other complex systems. Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensors, guidance, and flight control processing features to complete the mission. The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the country, responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle.

Our 4000+ software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers. Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology. Our engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for the U.S. Government. Experience all aspects of a software development life cycle as a member of a fast-paced agile team on the leading edge of: Real-time systems design Command and Control systems Machine Learning and Autonomous Systems Cyber Security DevOps technologies and methods.

We encourage curious, creative problem solvers to join our team of bright, dedicated software craftspeople in designing and implementing highly innovative systems. You will learn advanced software engineering practices and apply new technologies to develop next generation capabilities and help keep our country safe.

This position is on-site in San Diego, CA. You will leverage company and industry best practices and capabilities to assist with the development, deployment, implementation, and support of unit testing, integration testing and regression testing of our system. This will include Whitebox, Blackbox, boundary, parameter, and exception testing.

What You Will Learn

• Software unit test methodology for Mission Critical software components
• Modern agile software engineering practices like DevSecOps and their associated tools (Jira, Gitlab, Confluence, etc.)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
• Must have a minimum of 90 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session.
• Candidates should have good writing skills that involve the ability to observe, capture precise information and review content for accuracy and clarity.
• Experience with Java program language
• Experience with Code Development Tools: VSCode, Maven, Junit5, Mockito
• Experience programming within the Linux environment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Software engineering project experience in a team.
• Experience with Code Development Languages/Tools: Python, Go, C++, googletest
• Experience with Docker Containerized Development Tools: Docker/Docker Compose or Kubernetes/Helm
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and leaders in a team environment.

What We Offer

The salary range for this role is 42,000 USD - 88,000 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
• 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.

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.

Relocation Eligible

Relocation Eligible

Privacy Policy and Terms

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.