Software Engineer II

Date Posted:

2026-06-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Software organization develops the applications that drive missiles, launchers, radars, naval systems, fire control and other complex systems, as well as the integration and test software. These applications integrate firmware, operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensor, guidance, and flight control capabilities to complete the mission. The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the country, responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle.  Our 4000+ software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers.  Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology. 

As a Software Engineer II you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and deploying software -defined capabilities supporting next- generation RF sensor systems in a fast-paced Agile environment.

What You Will Do

• Develop C++ software running in Linux (Red Hat 8+) environments, supporting both new application development and enhancement of existing capabilities.

• Build, integrate, and deploy containerized applications using Docker and/or Kubernetes, delivering software solutions to multiple customer environments.

• Create and maintain DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines, supporting rapid iteration, deployment, and evolving mission requirements.

• Participate in the development of leading-edge technologies where requirements evolve quickly.

• Work onsite in McKinney, TX.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or STEM degree and 2 years of prior relevant experience.

• Embedded software development experience with C++

• Experience developing software in a Linux environment, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8 or newer)

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes

• Experience with CI/CD tools and infrastructure such as Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, or similar.

• Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum, Continuous Integration, and Test-Driven Development Methodologies

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 Offered Based On 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 primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

  • Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of D