Principal Java Software Engineer; on-site

Position Overview

The Principal Java Software Engineer will design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, Dev Ops environment as part of the Satellite Ground Systems Team.

Location:

State College, PA (also options in Ft. Meade, MD or Aurora, CO). Onsite.

• 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 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, development, documentation, and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements, interfaces, and other software engineering work products.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Java and satellite technology to drive innovation.

• Active and transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in object‑oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment.
• Experience using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Perl or Python.
• Experience in an Agile/Dev Ops environment.

• Experience with Ansible, Jenkins, containers, and the Spring Framework.
• 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.

• Total rewards package including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits.
• Parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, employee scholar program, paid time off, holidays, and other benefits.
• Potential eligibility for annual incentive compensation programs.

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.