RTX
aerospace and defense
SoftwareEngineer(SpaceandRFSensors)
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“Software Engineer (Space and RF Sensors) at RTX. Skills: Software development, embedded development, aerospace and defense applications. Design, develop, and maintain software for aerospace and defense applications, ensuring robust functionality and reliability.. Implement, test, and debug software solutions to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.”
What You'll Achieve.
solving the world’s most complex problems; support solving the toughest challenges; create a safer, more secure world; providing cutting edge capabilities and solutions to our customers toughest challenges; complete the mission
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. government issued security clearance is required., U. S. citizenship is required, DoD Clearance: Secret, Active and existing security clearance required after day 1, Relocation Eligible, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field., Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Java., Understanding of software development life cycles, including Agile methodologies., analytical and problem-solving skills., Excellent verbal and written communication skills., Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Nice to Have
Knowledge of DevOps and DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and secure software development methodologies., Experience leveraging Generative AI and Machine Learning to improve productivity, collaboration, and performance, Familiarity with real-time embedded systems or aerospace/defense applications., Experience with version control tools such as Git., Exposure to Open Systems Architectures and modular design principles., Exposure to cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices., Experience with software testing and debugging tools., Active U. S. government security clearance (if required for the role).
What You'll Do.
and maintain software for aerospace and defense applications
ensuring robust functionality and reliability.
and debug software solutions to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with systems engineering, hardware engineering, and other teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance.; Participate in code reviews, testing procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software quality and development processes.; Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-20 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A **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:** DoD Clearance: Secret **Security Clearance Status:** Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world 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 through highly engaged Engineering talent while investing in Generative AI and Machine Learning solutions to support solving the toughest challenges. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Software organization develops software applications focused on providing cutting edge capabilities and solutions to our customers toughest challenges. Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensor, guidance, and flight control processing features to complete the mission. The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the c
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