2026 Full-time - Software Engineer I - Onsite (CA)

RTX

76d • $62,000 - $118,000

About The Position

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 Software Sensors: Airborne Radar & Space Software Center is made up of multiple departments located across the country, where Electronic Warfare is one. The Electronic Warfare Software department develops real-time embedded software for multiple platforms including military aircraft and other complex airborne systems. Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together radio frequency signals, avionics, and flight control processing features to complete the mission. Our software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers. Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology. As part of the Software Engineering team, you will be an integral part of helping Raytheon further our vision to be the global leader in core and next-generation solutions. You will experience all aspects of a software development life cycle as a member of a fast-paced agile team on the leading edge of: • Real-time embedded systems • Digital signal processing • DevOps technologies and methods. We are looking for curious, creative problem solvers to join our team of bright, dedicated software craftspeople in designing and implementing highly innovative systems. You will learn advanced software engineering practices and apply new technologies to develop next generation capabilities and help keep our country safe.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• This position is an entry level position open to candidates with 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding Internships).
• Experience with C, C++, or C#.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year or more of Calculus, Physics and Computer Science studies that include assembly level programming, plus coursework covering modern software languages.
• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms, systems software design, operating systems and architectures.
• Knowledge of assembly, C/C++ programming, structured programming concepts.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist and participate in the requirements, design, development and testing of real-time embedded software, application software, and tools.
• Develop new work products or enhancements of existing applications and systems.
• Participate in internal reviews of software components and systems.
• Collaborate with our chief engineers, and other disciplines within Engineering.
• Work on difficult problems with defined scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Follow established development practices and processes to maintain the configuration management of software products.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees