Software Engineer II; Onsite

Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

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: TS/SCI
- Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

In the Java Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, Dev Ops environment. You will be part of the Satellite Ground Systems Team, ensuring communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities through satellite systems. This is an onsite position in Richardson, TX.

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for Satellite Ground Systems.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high‑performance solutions.
• Design, implement, and test Java-based applications and software components.
• 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 program and project milestones under the guidance of an immediate supervisor.
• Follow established software processes, documentation requirements, interface definitions, and other engineering artifacts.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Java and satellite technology to drive innovation.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in object‑oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment.
• Experience using unit testing tools such as JUnit.
• Active and transferable TS/SCI 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.

• Experience with Python.
• Experience with Agile development.
• Experience with Dev Ops tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Jenkins.
• Experience with JIRA, Git, Bit Bucket and Gradle.
• Current 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.

• Compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Benefits include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation eligibility
  - Relocation assistance is available.
• Salary range: 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

• 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.
• Eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on level and collective-bargaining agreement.

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.

Security clearance requirement:
This role requires a security clearance.