Senior Software Engineer (Mission Systems)

This position is for a Senior Software Engineer with professional experience in the development and implementation of software for real-time applications.

Deliverables include but not limited to:

• Apply systems thinking to software engineering challenges including CONOPS development, V-model alignment, specification tree analysis, and system decomposition.
• Perform software high-level design at the System-of-Systems level and design, develop, and refine subsystem and platform interfaces for both hardware and software.
• Develop Software Requirements Specifications (SRS).
• Collaborate with Systems Architects, Technical Leads, and Senior Technical Fellows and cross-discipline teams (Systems Engineering, Algorithms, Firmware and Hardware) on design exploration and problem solving.
• Architect, implement, test, and debug embedded real-time software in heterogeneous hardware, firmware, and software systems.
• Participate in major design reviews including PDR and CDR.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.
• Occasional business travel may be required, up to 5%.
• Onsite role in McKinney, Texas, with local residency or relocation required., + Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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
• Location Information: This position is onsite at our campus in beautiful McKinney, TX. https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

• We Are RTX

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Raytheon has an opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Mission Systems Engineering Team in the DFW area. We're seeking a highly capable Senior Software Engineer with strong systems thinking, deep software architecture experience, and domain knowledge in advanced defense or aerospace systems. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, collaborates across disciplines, and can drive software design at the system-of-systems level, * Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or STEM and a minimum of 5 years of prior engineering experience. Or an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with software architecture for complex system of systems, subsystem interface design, and software system integration and test.
• Experience with engineering and modeling tools (Cameo or Enterprise Architect and MS Visio), along with familiarity with MOSA standards including OMS and AMS-GRA.
• Experience developing, testing, and integrating real-time software applications in C++ or related software languages and experience with Linux, VxWorks, or other real-time operating systems.
• Product-domain experience in at least one of the following areas:

• RF or EO/IR Sensors
• Electronic Warfare
• Effectors
• Communications
• Multi-domain Mission Systems

• 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

• Demonstrated collaboration with Systems, Software, Firmware, and Hardware engineering teams.
• Ability to develop and present complex technical material at design reviews such as PDR and CDR.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamically changing environments.
• Proactive problem-solving and strong ownership mindset.
• Experience working in system integration lab (SIL) environments with physical hardware including test benches and simulators.
• Experience with Agile Scrum development practices.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps pipelines including static analysis, automated build and test, CI/CD, and test-driven development.
• Hands-on experience with Git for version control and GitLab or Artifactory for repository management.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance with special program access.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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. As part of the Software Engineering Space and Air Center team, you will be an integral part of helping Raytheon further our vision to be the global leader in core and next-generation defense and security solutions. By any measure, Raytheon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. We pride ourselves on developing mission-driven, world-class talent. The result is a workforce that takes pride in the company and consistently delivers superior solutions.