Senior Software Engineer - RDPL, Onsite
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CA-FULLERTON-675 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 675
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 Type: DoD Clearance:
Secret
Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
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.
Raytheon’s Radar Digital Product Line (RDPL) team in Fullerton, California, is growing! We are hiring Senior Software Engineer to work onsite.
What You Will Do:- Work on cutting-edge technology solutions, grow your expertise in the radar domain, and engage in potential travel to support radar site operations. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact.
- Collaborate with Scrum teams to design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ software for tactical radar systems in a Dev Sec Ops environment.
- Troubleshoot hard-to-reproduce software integration issues using Jenkins logs and debugging tools.
- Execute Software Integration Testing (SWIT) and drive root-cause analysis for system-level defects.
- Develop scripts (Python, Bash, or Perl) to automate testing pipelines, log analysis, and system integration tasks.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers through code reviews, technical planning, and architectural decisions.
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) AND 5 years of prior relevant experience.
- Experience in C++ and Object-Oriented Design.
- Experience with Linux development environments and Dev Sec Ops tools (Jenkins, Jira, Git).
- Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash) for automation and testing. Experience working on software related to radar systems, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), or real-time embedded software.
- The ability to obtain and maintain an interim Secret U.S. security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a self-motivated approach to debugging and fixing complex software issues.
- Ability to provide technical leadership for a small software development team.
- Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system software design.
- Advanced knowledge of radar systems and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms.
- Experience with MATLAB for data analysis and visualization of test runs.
- Familiarity with Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Podman) for build and test environments.
- Demonstrated potential and desire to explore new technologies and grow into a Software Architect role.
- Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. - A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
- Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available.
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply 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.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security…
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