Principal Command & Telemetry Software Modernization Engineer (Onsite)

About RTX and Raytheon

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose to solve the world's most complex problems. With three market-leading businesses and world-class operations, we push the boundaries of known science to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings over 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Our foundation is rooted in our values: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

About the Team

Raytheon's Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors, and cyber solutions. Focused on program execution and business growth, the ASDS team provides unmatched capabilities in detection, command and control, and munitions for air, space, and missile defense missions.

Within ASDS, the Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Sub-SBU delivers information superiority from space, multi-mission automation, resilient operations, secure processing, and data management.

About the Role

This onsite position in Aurora, CO, offers a unique opportunity to design, develop, test, and maintain software for satellite ground systems. You will work within an Agile environment alongside talented teams of engineers, architects, and leaders to solve tough, meaningful problems.

In this role, you will gain exposure to a breadth of advanced software technologies, including multi-tiered architectures, AWS web services, and microservice design. You will also engage with modern DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery techniques, as well as specialized satellite ground system technologies like command & telemetry, flight dynamics, and spacecraft operations.

Hiring Process & Application

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business necessity may require adjustments. Relocation assistance is available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. 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.