Software Engineer - Factory AI

Date Posted:

2026-03-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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. 

We are looking for a Data Scientist / Software Developer that has an inventive mind to design, test, and maintain the next generation of factory statistical analysis software tools. You’ll deliver services and develop applications to enable enterprise collaboration through a shared understanding of factory data. The selected individual should be a self-starter with the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems for continuous improvement. You will work collaboratively with a team of DT and Engineering professionals.

This is a hybrid position based in Tucson, AZ. Onsite presence is required as much as several times a week.

What You Will Do

• Create and maintain data visualization, statistical analysis and prediction tools for factory data.

• Write scripts to convert non-standard test data (excel, access, text, etc.) into a standardized text-based format.

• Work with customers to ensure their data is used to reduce process variation and improve factory test yields.

• Become knowledgeable with factory test data, supporting Raytheon program needs as required in a fast-paced, multi-task work environment.

• Using agile software development methods to provide imaginative, thorough, and practicable solutions to a wide range of difficult technical problems.

• Travel to factories in Tucson, AZ regularly

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience

• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Perl, C, C++, C# etc.)

• Experience with web application development

• Python based data inquiry with some or all of these tools (Pandas, NumPy, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib, etc.)

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Exposure to statistical methods and tools such as: Minitab, R, JMP, or SAS, etc.

• Knowledge of machine learning data pipelines and MLOps practices (MLFlow etc.)

• Knowledge of database design and software architecture principles

• Strong understanding of MSSQL, MariaDB or ANSI standard SQL

• Experience with lean manufacturing, Core/Six Sigma, and statistical process control

• Angular/React/jQuery or similar JavaScript-based framework

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance

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 Eligible - Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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-sit