Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75

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:

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated Software Platform Engineer 2 to join our Software Infrastructure Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the development and deployment of modernized infrastructure solutions for critical defense projects. You will work with cutting-edge technologies to build and automate software infrastructure that supports our mission to protect and empower the warfighter.

This is an onsite position based in Aurora, CO.

What You Will Do

• Support infrastructure and DevOps build and automation activities, leveraging programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, Bash, or Shell.

• Design, develop, and implement modernized software infrastructure using DevOps tools, including Ansible, Chef, and the Atlassian Tool Suite.

• Develop and deploy containerized solutions using tools such as Docker, Rancher, and Kubernetes.

• Contribute to continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to enhance software development and deployment processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems and software engineers, to design, test, and integrate complex software and systems solutions.

• Participate in agile development processes, providing input for planning, design, and technical work products.

• Apply basic engineering principles to solve technical challenges and develop innovative solutions.

• Support the development of network design and architecture schemes and integrate cloud technologies like AWS or Google Cloud into infrastructure solutions.

 
Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Masters' degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional work experience.

• Experience in software development utilizing scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, Bash, or Shell.

• Experience with infrastructure automation and DevOps practices.

• Experience with Linux, Windows, or other system operating systems at the command-line interface.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued DoD: TS/SCI security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

 
Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with development tools such as Ansible, Chef, Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, GIT, Jenkins, Jira, or Confluence.

• Experience with network design and architecture schemes.

• Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS, Google Cloud, or GovCloud.

• Experience with DevSecOps toolsets, either as a user or implementer.

• Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle, including Agile methodologies.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts.

• Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills, with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

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.

• Relocation Eligible

Learn More & Apply Now!

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

• 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.

• This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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 here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm 

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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