Sr. Java Software Engineer (on-site)

RTX • State College, PA

2d • $86,800 - $165,200 • Onsite

About The Position

In the Senior Java Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, DevOps environment. We are at the forefront of aerospace and defense technology. Our Satellite Ground Systems Team plays a pivotal role in ensuring communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities through cutting-edge satellite systems. We invite you to be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what's possible. This is an onsite position in State College, PA.

Requirements

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment and using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit)
• Experience in an Agile/DevOps environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Ansible, Jenkins, containers, and the Spring Framework
• Experience with cloud technology (AWS)
• Security+ certification
• Experience using the Atlassian tool suite.
• Experience with satellite communication systems and protocols is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our Satellite Ground Systems.
• This role involves close collaboration with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.
• Design, implement, and test Java-based applications and software components for satellite ground systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
• Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary.
• Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
• Contribute to the completion of program and project milestones under the specific guidance of their immediate supervisor.
• Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Java and satellite technology to drive innovation.

Benefits

• parental (including paternal) leave
• flexible work schedules
• achievement awards
• educational assistance
• child/adult backup care
• Relocation assistance is available.
• 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: Senior