Senior Software Engineer – Command and Control

Position Details

• Date Posted: 2026-02-12
• Country: United States of America
• Location: US-CA-FULLERTON-675 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 675
• Role Type: Onsite
• Salary Range: $95,500 USD - $181,700 USD

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
• Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

About the Role

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Air C2 SW product teams develop Command and Control (C2) mission critical applications and leverage Dev Sec Ops processes along with best industry practices to meet the threats of today and tomorrow. C2 Product team is hiring Senior Software Engineer to work onsite in Fullerton, CA.

What You Will Do

• Perform as a key contributor working as part of a high performing Software Product Team
• Participate in software C2 software application design, implementation, test and maintenance
• Collaborate in a cross-functional / Agile environment
• Travel OCONUS: Up to 25% per year

Required Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) AND a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience with Object Oriented Design and Development
• Experience in C# and/or Java application development
• Experience in building dynamic and responsive frontend UI applications, using JavaScript / TypeScript or similar
• Experience with relational databases as part of the software solution, and in SQL
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance as and when required
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, ability to work effectively within large, cross-functional teams
• Experience in software engineering in the Command & Control mission planning domain
• Experience with asynchronous communication patterns, particularly using Message Brokering platforms, WebSockets or similar technologies
• Experience with modern web UI frameworks such as Angular, Vue.js, or React, and a solid understanding component-based architecture
• Experience working with a range of infrastructure and platforms
• Experience with one or more scripting languages
• Experience with reactive programming paradigms and frameworks for building scalable, event-driven applications

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.

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
• Holidays

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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Additional Information

• Role Type Definition: Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available
• Work Location: 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.
• Interview Process: 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.
• Application Window: 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.
• Territory Note: 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.
• Security Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.