Software Engineer Co-op (January 2027)

Raytheon is seeking a Software Engineer Co-op for January 2027 through August 2027. This onsite internship supports the software development lifecycle for complex defense and aerospace systems in Marlborough or Tewksbury, Massachusetts.

Role Overview

This co-op is full time onsite from January 2027 to August 2027. The software organization develops applications and supports integration and testing on missiles, launchers, radars, naval systems, fire control, and other complex platforms. Co-op work includes participating in end-to-end software development lifecycle activities on agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and participate in requirements, design, development, and testing of application software and tools, including new work products or enhancements to existing applications and systems.
• Design, code, test, integrate, and document software solutions.
• Participate in internal review of software components and systems.
• Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering.
• Work problems with defined scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Follow established development practices and processes to maintain configuration management of software products.

Onsite Location and Schedule

• Onsite in Marlborough, MA 01752 or Tewksbury, MA, United States of America.
• Full time co-op term: January 2027 to August 2027.

Required Education

Enrollment in a Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is required. By summer 2027, the intern must be at minimum a Junior, Senior, or Post Grad year.

Security Clearance and Eligibility

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• An active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to the start date.
• Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to the start date.
• This role requires the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship/co-op session.
• Experience with C, C++, or Java.

Preferred Knowledge

• Knowledge of C/C++ programming and structured programming concepts.
• Knowledge of object-oriented design and Unified Model Language.
• Knowledge of statistical and numerical methods.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• ABET accreditation is preferred (not required).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment with colleagues and leaders.

Technologies

• C
• C++
• Java
• Unified Model Language

What You Will Do (Software Engineering Context)

The Software organization integrates precision software and firmware with operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to connect sensors, guidance, and flight control processing features. Software centers across the country are responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle, and co-ops join agile teams focused on real-time systems design, digital signal processing, machine learning and autonomous systems, cyber security, and DevOps technologies and methods.

What You Will Learn

• Use new tools that help maintain current, state-of-the-art engineering capabilities.
• Stay current with software development advancements and missile technology to support innovation.

Compensation

USD 37,000 - 82,000 per year.

Benefits

• Relocation eligible
• 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
• Holidays
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (depending on the level of the position and whether the role is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement)

Work Style and Role Type

• Onsite roles work primarily onsite.
• This includes production and maintenance employees who are essential to product development.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance.