Java Software Engineer II; on-site

Location: US-PA-STATE COLLEGE-5A ~ 302 Science Park Rd ~ BLDG 5A

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

Security Clearance: Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship required.

In the Java Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, Dev Ops environment. This is an onsite position in State College, PA.

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our Satellite Ground Systems, collaborating closely with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.
• 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 guidance of the immediate supervisor.
• Follow established software processes and procedures, including 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.

• Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance prior to start date, with U.S. citizenship.
• 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 and using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).

• 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.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting.

• A total rewards package that includes 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 assistance is available.

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.