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Principal Java Software Engineer

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$101,000 - $203,000
Aug 29, 2025
Aurora, CO, USA • State College, PA, USA • Odenton, MD, USA
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Raytheon is seeking a Principal Java Software Engineer to design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, DevOps environment for their Satellite Ground Systems Team, which plays a pivotal role in ensuring communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities through cutting-edge satellite systems.

Requirements

  • Experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment.
  • Experience using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Perl or Python.
  • Experience in an Agile/DevOps environment.
  • Experience with Ansible, Jenkins, containers, and the Spring Framework.
  • Experience using the Atlassian tool suite.
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, DevOps environment.
  • Design, implement, and test Java-based applications and software components for satellite ground systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
  • Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary.
  • Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
  • Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts.

Other

  • Active and transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph U.S. government issued security clearance with an adjudication date less than three years from your start date for this position, is required prior to start date.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Security+ certification.
  • Experience with satellite communication systems and protocols is highly preferred.