Software Integration & Test Engineer – AN/TPY-2 Program

RTX; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Software Integration and Test Engineer in Woburn, MA to support installation, integration, and testing of AN/TPY-2 radar software. The role involves troubleshooting in Linux, working with cross-functional teams, and ensuring deployments meet performance requirements.

The ideal candidate has a STEM degree with 2+ years of experience, proficiency in C++/Python, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with software development and debugging in C++/Python.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, integration, and configuration of radar builds and patches on the AN/TPY-2 system.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system issues in Linux with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Execute detailed test plans to validate new software builds against requirements.
• Analyze system performance data to identify improvements to the software baseline.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and cybersecurity teams to deploy robust radar solutions.
• Support on-site deployments and troubleshooting to maintain high operational availability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of integration and testing processes and tools.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Security clearance

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

Jira

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB1 ~ 235 Presidential Way ~ SPENCER BLDG

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.

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 Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) software department within Raytheon is looking for a Software Integration and Test Engineer for the AN/TPY-2 Program. The department’s mission is to provide world class Missile Defense and Surveillance Radar Software to be used in radar systems deployed on land and sea. Our software teams employ Agile Scrum and DevSecOps processes to rapidly design, code, and integrate capabilities on a continuous basis into a mature solution for our customers.

This position is fully onsite in Woburn, MA, and will require travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

What You Will Do

• Support installation, integration, and configuration of new radar builds, software updates, and patches onto the AN/TPY-2 radar system, ensuring seamless deployment.
• Support the troubleshooting and resolution of highly complex software and system issues in a Linux environment, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Execute detailed test plans and procedures to validate new software builds, ensuring they meet system requirements and operational performance standards.
• Analyze system performance data to identify and implement improvements to the software baseline.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including systems, hardware, and cybersecurity specialists, to support the development and deployment of robust radar system solutions.
• Support on-site activities, including deployments, system installations, and troubleshooting, with a focus on maintaining high operational availability.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of integration and testing processes, tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years or prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with software development and debugging skills using languages such as C++, Python, or similar.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S government issued security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with advanced knowledge of radar systems, real-time software, or missile defense applications, particularly the AN/TPY-2 radar system.
• Experience working in field-deployed operational support roles, including direct interaction with customers and end-users.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools such as Jira.
• Experience with system integration labs (SIL) or hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing environments.
• Experience with cybersecurity and information assurance requirements in a Linux setting.
• Experience with demonstrating leadership abilities, including mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience in software integration, testing, troubleshooting or administration in a Linux-based environment.

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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA , 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

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.

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms