2026 Full-time - Embedded Software Engineer 1 - Onsite (CA)

RTX • El Segundo, CA

9h • Onsite

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. What You Will Do Assist in software integration and testing under the guidance of senior engineers. Conduct basic software integration, system testing, and debugging in lab environments. Execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate software functionality and performance. Participate in Agile software development practices and contribute to smaller tasks Analyze and resolve software/hardware interface issues during software integration. Document integration processes, test results, and troubleshooting steps to ensure knowledge transfer and system traceability. Learn and apply programming and scripting skills in a controlled setting. Acquire domain specific knowledge in areas such as signal processing, resource management, hardware/software integration procedures, or electro-optical infrared systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (STEM)
• This position requires 12 months or less of professional experience (excluding internships).
• Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as C++ or Java.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or bash.
• Familiarity with Linux and the command line interface.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git or Rational Clearcase.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with build systems such as Cmake
• Familiarity with software debugging and troubleshooting tools (e.g. gdb, Wireshark, tcpdump).

Responsibilities

• Assist in software integration and testing under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Conduct basic software integration, system testing, and debugging in lab environments.
• Execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate software functionality and performance.
• Participate in Agile software development practices and contribute to smaller tasks
• Analyze and resolve software/hardware interface issues during software integration.
• Document integration processes, test results, and troubleshooting steps to ensure knowledge transfer and system traceability.
• Learn and apply programming and scripting skills in a controlled setting.
• Acquire domain specific knowledge in areas such as signal processing, resource management, hardware/software integration procedures, or electro-optical infrared systems

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level