Software Platform Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-11-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

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



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance



Security Clearance Type:

TS/SCI without Polygraph



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a Software Platform Engineer to join our Modernized Infrastructure projects team. In this role, you will work with cutting-edge technologies to develop solutions that support our mission of protecting the warfighter. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and integrate complex software systems.

What You Will Do

• Support platform and DevOps build and automation activities using programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, Go, PowerShell, and Java
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
• Participate in integrated product teams using agile methodologies to design, test, and integrate software solutions
• Develop modernized software platforms using DevOps tools such as Ansible, Chef, and the Atlassian Tool suite
• Implement containerization and related product development using tools like Docker, Rancher, and Kubernetes
• Collaborate with systems engineers and software platform engineers to produce technical work products and solutions
• Apply engineering principles to develop solutions for technical challenges
• Support network design, cloud technology integration, and cybersecurity concepts as part of the software development lifecycle

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• 1 year or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
• Experience in software development utilizing scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, Bash, or Shell
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required after Day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to apply basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts
• Experience developing solutions to routine technical problems
• Knowledge or experience with Linux, Windows, or related system operating systems at the command line interface
• Experience using development tools such as Ansible, Chef, Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, GIT, Jenkins, Jira, Confluence, or similar
• Experience with DevSecOps toolsets, either as a user or implementer
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile methodologies
• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts
• Knowledge of AI Concepts

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role
• Onsite Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products

This position requires 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

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• We Are RTX

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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 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.

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