Software Engineer II

Software Development Engineer 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: Perform software development as part of a highly skilled cross-discipline engineering team. Provide direct support of program efforts and proposal activities. Develop high performance Linux software in C++ and/or Java using software and hardware simulators. Integrate software into larger systems in engineering and test labs. This 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Westford, MA. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 2+ years of prior relevant experience. Experience with Linux C++ and/or Java development with a focus on application scalability and performance. 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. Qualifications We Prefer: BS Degree in Software Engineering or a related major is HIGHLY PREFERRED. Algorithm development and/or implementation (imaging, navigation, communication, etc.). Linux networking or multithreaded application development. Cybersecurity experience (PKI, secure boot, Linux hardening, etc.). Familiarity with imaging systems, control systems, navigation, or ISR.