Raytheon is seeking a Software Engineer I to support the Software Engineering Directorate (SWE) Effectors Center in Tucson, AZ. This onsite role focuses on building and improving software systems used in real-time embedded applications and related tools, while following established engineering practices and participating in internal reviews.

Role Overview

As a Software Engineer I, you will assist with requirements, design, development, testing, integration, and documentation activities for real-time embedded software, application software, and software tools. You will also support internal reviews of software components and systems, collaborate with engineering stakeholders, and apply development practices that maintain configuration management for software products.

Responsibilities

Assist and participate in requirements, design, development, and testing of real-time embedded software, application software, and tools, including new work products and 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 engineering professionals.
Work problems with defined scope, schedule, and expectations.
Follow established development practices and processes to maintain configuration management of software products.
Obtain program access required for the role.

Required Qualifications

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to the start date, with the ability to obtain program access after start.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of data structures and algorithms, systems software design, operating systems and architectures.
Knowledge of assembly, C/C++ programming, and structured programming concepts.
Knowledge of object-oriented design and Unified Modeling Language.
Knowledge of statistical and numerical methods.
Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and leaders in a team environment.

Security 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 U.S. Department of State government website: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm.

Onsite Location

This role is onsite at the Tucson, AZ campus: US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805. Onsite employees work primarily onsite, including production and maintenance employees essential to development of Raytheon products.

Compensation

Salary: USD 62,900 - 119,700 per year.

Benefits

Relocation offered based on eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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

What You Will Learn

Use new tools to stay state-of-the-art.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in software development and missile technology to drive innovation.

Posting Details

Date posted: 2026-10-23
Country: United States of America
Position role type: Onsite
Security clearance type: Secret (current)
Security clearance status: Ability to obtain Interim U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date

Software Engineer I

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