Software Engineer I

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Date Posted:

2025-04-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ807: RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) team within the Hardware Discipline Center is a multi-discipline organization responsible for developing advanced windows application solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands-on, designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrating state of the art software solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. TEE products are in engineering labs, in the field, and in production environments utilized for weapon system products. TEE has job opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post-production sustainment.

This position is focused on the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software as a part of on-site factory support of systems to support weapon system product development. The selected candidate will develop applications, libraries, and instrument drivers using the software style, development language, and integrated development environment specified by the organization.

The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for Raytheon weapon system products. They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products.

What You Will Do:

Design, develop and integrate object-oriented software applications using C#, C++ in Microsoft Visual Studio in a Windows Operating System (OS).
Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently.
Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation.
Work in a multidiscipline engineering team environment .
Develop and derive requirements for software products .

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
This position requires 12 months or less of professional experience (excluding internships).

Experience in developing software applications using programming languages including but not limited to C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic.
Experience with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required.
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:

Experience in utilizing debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products
Knowledge in common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as TCP/IP or UDP
Knowledge of software development lifecycles, such as Waterfall and Agile
Knowledge of Software Configuration Management principles
3.0 cumulative GPA desired

What We Offer:

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

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

- Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work 100% onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts with your resume when applying to this requisition. Include your cumulative GPA and projected graduation date on your resume.
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

The salary range for this role is 55,000 USD - 107,000 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.

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What You Should Know About Software Engineer I, GlobalHR

At Raytheon, we’re excited to invite talented individuals to apply for the Software Engineer I position in Tucson, AZ. If you’re someone with a passion for coding and a drive to contribute to mission-critical systems, you might just be the perfect fit for our Test Equipment Engineering team! This role is all about collaboration, innovation, and making a difference as you support the development of advanced software solutions for our weapon systems. In this position, you’ll get hands-on experience designing, developing, and integrating object-oriented software applications using C# and C++ in Microsoft Visual Studio. Whether you’re troubleshooting software issues or working within a multi-discipline engineering team, each day will be packed with exciting challenges as you contribute to the full lifecycle of our engineering products. To thrive in this role, you’ll need a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field and up to 12 months of professional experience. We’re looking for someone proficient in modern programming languages and familiar with the Windows OS. Joining Raytheon means working with cutting-edge technologies and having the chance to solve complex problems that contribute to national and global security. So, if you’re eager to develop your skills while working at the forefront of engineering excellence, we can’t wait to hear from you!

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What are the responsibilities of a Software Engineer I at Raytheon?

As a Software Engineer I at Raytheon, your main responsibilities include designing, developing, and integrating object-oriented software applications using C# and C++. You'll also prioritize multiple software engineering tasks, troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation, and collaborate within a multi-discipline engineering team environment. This role will have you actively contributing to various stages of product development for our cutting-edge weapon systems.