Principal Java Software Engineer (on-site)

About the role

The Principal Java Software Engineering role at Raytheon involves designing, developing, and maintaining advanced software applications for satellite ground systems. This role collaborates closely with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.

Responsibilities

• 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 specific guidance of their immediate supervisor.
• Follow established Software processes and procedures, 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.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph U.S. government issued security clearance with an adjudication date less than three years from your start date for this position, is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typical requirements include a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• 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/DevOps environment.
• We prefer experience with Ansible, Jenkins, containers, and the Spring Framework.
• 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.