2026 Fulltime Raytheon Java Software Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PA602: 302 Science Park Road Bldg 5C 302 Science Park Road Building 5C State College PA 16803-2214 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

TS/SCI without Polygraph

This requisition is for Dec 2025 college graduates that would be available January 2026.

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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

Job Summary:

In the 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 Teams play 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 whats possible. Due to the security clearance requirement this is an onsite position in State College PA office.

What you will do:

The Java Software Engineer will 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. Other responsibilities to anticipate may include:

• 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.

Qualifications you must have:

• Bachelors degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).

• This position requires 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)

• Experience in object-oriented software design and development using a high order language such as Java

• Experience in scripting languages.

• A current TS/SCI US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Experience with Ansible Jenkins containers and the Spring Framework

• 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.

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.

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Relocation eligible. Relocation assistance is available for this role.

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

Additional Details:

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

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: Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses Collins Aerospace Systems Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Its 185000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics electric propulsion directed energy hypersonics avionics and cybersecurity. The company formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses is headquartered in Arlington VA.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Enterprise Services Research Center or BBN team:

What We Offer: Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare wellness retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave flexible work schedules achievement awards educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 55000 USD - 107000 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 candidates 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 companys 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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