As a Software Architect on our Satellite Ground Controls Team, you will play a critical role in designing cutting-edge systems that connect space network ground segments and users across the globe. Working with classified programs, you'll have the unique opportunity to influence technologies you are passionate about while contributing to missions of critical importance. Due to the security clearance requirement, this is an onsite position at our Aurora, CO campus.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and evolution of software architectures for advanced satellite ground systems.
• Define, develop, and prototype software capabilities and interfaces to meet mission-critical requirements.
• Adapt and evolve software and system architectures to align with dynamic customer requirements.
• Provide software engineering expertise for proposals and future development opportunities.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, delivery, and maintenance of software systems.
• Foster modern DevSecOps development methodologies and leverage Agile processes to enhance efficiency and innovation.

What You'll Learn

• Advanced Planning and Scheduling: Master complex scheduling and resource management for mission-critical satellite operations.
• Innovative Commanding: Dive deep into the intricacies of software timing, control, and commanding for space systems.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 10+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience as a software architect, including defining and implementing complex systems.
• Experience in object-oriented software development (Java and C++).
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with satellite mission planning and scheduling algorithms.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and applications deployed in AWS Cloud.
• Proficiency in C++ and expertise with DevSecOps, CI/CD processes, and DevOps methodologies.
• Deep understanding of software engineering processes and industry best practices.
• Experience working on complex, large-scale software development projects.
• Familiarity with CAMEO Systems Modeler and SysML frameworks.

What We Offer

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.

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation - and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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.

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.

Location Link:

Aurora, CO: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-aurora-co-location

Software Engineering - https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-software-engineering

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The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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