Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

RTX; Town of Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligible

Job summary

RTX in Aurora, CO is offering an onsite software role within the Air & Space Defense Systems team. You will design, develop, test, and maintain software for satellite ground systems, collaborating with engineers in an Agile setting to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes OO programming in C++ or Java, experience in SAFe Agile, and a path through internship or co-op to full-time opportunities. US citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree and enrolled through internship/co-op.
• Experience as an intern at Raytheon or similar.
• Experience developing OO software using C++ or Java.
• Experience in SAFe Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deliver, and maintain software for satellite ground systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and leaders in an Agile environment.

Skills

C++

Java

SAFe Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced degree in an applicable discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75

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:

TS/SCI without Polygraph

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

Raytheon's Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit (SBU) specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors, and cyber solutions. Focused on program execution, business growth and the highest level of customer satisfaction, the ASDS team provides customers with unmatched capabilities of detection and sensing, command and control, and air-to-air, air-to-surface, and surface-to-air munitions to accomplish air, space and missile defense missions.

This position is an onsite role in Aurora, CO

• Design, develop, test, deliver, and maintain software for cutting-edge satellite ground systems.
• Work with talented teams of engineers, architects, and leaders in an Agile environment.

What You Will Learn

• A breadth of advanced software technologies and techniques including multi-tiered architectures, AWS web services, and microservice software design.
• Modern DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery techniques.
• Software lifecycle practices for large-scale defense projects.
• Satellite ground system technologies including command & telemetry, flight dynamics, planning and scheduling, and spacecraft operations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in an applicable discipline and actively enrolled through completion of the internship / co-op session.
• Experience as an intern at Raytheon.
• Experience developing object-oriented software using C++ or Java.
• Experience working in a SAFe Agile environment.
• An ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required.U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of containerized applications and tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Kafka.
• Experience with DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Development.
• Experience working within LINUX/UNIX operating systems.
• Experience working with applications in the AWS Cloud.

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 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, 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.