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. 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. Due to the security clearance requirement, this is an onsite position in our State College, PA office.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
- Five (5) years of experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment and using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
- Experience in scripting languages (e.g. BASH and/or Python).
- Experience in an Agile/DevOps environment.
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in a DevOps environment using Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Jenkins, Jira, Git, Bitbucket and Gradle.
- Experience working in an Agile Development environment using Scrum and Kanban.
- 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.
- Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
Benefits
- Parental (including paternal) leave.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Achievement awards.
- Educational assistance.
- Child/adult backup care.
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
- Short-term disability, long-term disability.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee Scholar Program.
- Paid time off and holidays.
