Manager, Software Engineering - Advanced Products and Solutions

Date Posted:

2026-06-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Are you a passionate, motivated Software Developer or Manager interested in a rewarding career in the Defense Industry?  We are looking for a Software Manager with defense experience to join our Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) team at Raytheon in Fort Wayne, IN.  

  

This position is responsible for managing the engineering development of software solutions for the APS area. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will work as a hands-on leader, both leading and contributing to a team of engineering professionals. You will be leading a diverse team of engineers, driving innovative solutions, and ensuring the successful execution of advanced technology programs. 

What You Will Do

• Leadership and Team Management: 

  • Lead, organize, and develop a team of software engineers in the Advanced Product and Solutions group. 

  • Conduct performance reviews, salary planning, and overall personnel development to ensure team growth and alignment with organizational goals. 

  • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment to drive advanced product development. 

• Technology and Innovation: 

  • Drive the development of innovative software solutions, leveraging emerging technologies to meet mission-critical needs. 

  • Guide the team in adopting modern software development practices, including Agile and DevOps methodologies. 

• Process and Quality Management: 

  • Ensure compliance with Raytheon’s process and quality standards throughout the software development lifecycle. 

  • Deliver projects aligned to cost, schedule, and quality requirements while adhering to organizational methodologies. 

• Training and Development: 

  • Develop the team through training programs and skill-building initiatives, ensuring alignment with advanced product needs. 

  • Stay informed of emerging technologies in the APS domain and implement strategies to maintain the team's technical edge.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or STEM and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, OR an Advanced Degree and 5 years of relevant experience.

• Previous experience managing multiple software programs and/or development tasks while meeting cost and schedule objectives. 

• Demonstrated experience across all phases of software product development including high-level understanding of software systems, architectures, and development.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong background in Agile development concepts and DevOps practices for automated build/test/release pipelines. 

• Hands-on experience with modern software development tools and configuration management systems, such as GIT or Subversion. 

• Familiarity with advanced software architectures, including cloud-based solutions, real-time systems, and embedded software. 

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