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Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance)
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A Software Systems Engineer is responsible for maintaining, developing, designing and testing various software systems that allow the hardware to function properly. Analyzes software system requirements, designs software system structures, and validates systems functionality. May collaborate with other software developers to implement system requirements and ensure software quality.
$134,762 / year median in Massachusetts
Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-09-02Country:
United States of America Location:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3
~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300Concord 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 clearanceSecurity 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an immediate need for an onsite Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance) to support Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS). Programs LADS includes Global Patriot, Ghost-Eye / Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense, National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile, Multi-Function Radio Frequency Sensor, Enduring Indirect Fire Protection Capability, Stinger, Next Generation Short-Range Interceptor, TOW, Javelin, Excalibur, and Counter Unmanned Aerial systems. Locations Software Quality collaborates with Engineering (Software, Systems, Integration/Test, Safety) and other Quality functions (Program Quality Leads, Hardware Quality). Activities occur ONSITE every week and every day (Monday through Friday). Majority of activities occur daily at primary Tewksbury MA site (50 Apple Hill Drive). Test Witnessing occurs monthly at nearby Andover MA site (362 Lowell Street). Test Witnessing may occur annually at Pelham NH site (50 Bush Hill Road). Collaborative visits periodically occur to Marlborough MA (1001 Boston Post Rd). What You Will Do- Role Summary Within Quality & Mission Assurance, the Software Quality Engineering department performs classified activities in secure labs and unclassified activities in dedicated workspaces. SWQE Tasks
- Review of Document Deliverables (CDRL), Command Media (Policies), SW Release Packages (Windchill PDM, Azure DevOps), SW Requirements Changes, SW/System Defects, SW Pulls (Code Reviews), Media, and Test Artifacts. Participation in Peer Reviews (SW, SE), Control Boards (CCB, SRB), Tracking Books (Metrics), Test Witnessing (SQT, FQT), and Audits. What You Will Learn
- Focus Areas Compliance
- Ensure digital products adhere to contractual requirements. Review and approve inputs/outputs to/from partner organizations. Products
- Ensure integrity of the technical data package. Identify, collect, and measure software quality attributes, metrics, and data. Improvement
- Perform independent evaluations and risk assessments across lifecycle. Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions. Processes
- Leverage modern experiences with software development and quality best practices. Increasingly adopt Agile and DevSecOps methodologies. Teamwork
- Interact with customers, product development, and test personnel.
Agile:
SCRUM teams, sprints / increments, stories / points, backlog / burndown, continuous integration/delivery (CI/CD).Testing:
execution witnessing, location, plans, procedures, requirements traceability, reports.Requirements:
verification, software specifications, systems specifications, functionality, performance, statement of work, contracts.Software:
lifecycle processes, requirements decomposition, code reviews, functions, features, builds, configuration management.Defects :
quantification, severity, priority, age, resolution, effort, impact, implementation.Release:
delivery management, checklists, labels, versions, licenses, repositories, software executables, release notes, security bulletins, training manuals, user guides.Metrics:
defining, developing, monitoring, measuring, reporting, dashboards, tools (e.g., Business Insight reports, Jira reports, Excel tables).Analysis:
identifying process issue Root Causes and implementing Corrective Actions. Education or Training in the following areas:Certifications:
Quality, Software Eng., Systems Eng., Agile, Cyber / IA, Project Management.PowerPoint :
briefing creation and presentation to Senior Management.Standards:
quality principles viaAS9115, AS9100, ISO9001.
Policies:
Quality Management Systems (QMS) and/or Operating Procedures (SOPs).Compliance:
evaluation, validation, auditing, corrective actions.Maintenance:
processes, patches, upgrades, installation, backups, recovery, synchronization.Projects:
leading, coordination, planning, prioritization, execution, escalation.Interest in the following areas:
Strategy:
leading cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with Business-Technical stakeholders.DevSecOps:
Toolchains (Confluence, ADS- Azure DevOps Server, Jenkins, GitHub, Coverity).
Development:
Integrated Development Environment (IDE) applications, modeling, databases (ClearCase, DOORS, RQM, Cameo, Rhapsody, Oracle, SAP).Networking:
maintaining computer networks to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient communication between devices and systems.Connectivity:
physical networks, virtual networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), cloud-based infrastructures.Configurations:
installing or verifying devices routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, as well as monitoring performance and identifying bottlenecks.Protocols:
OSI, TCP, IP, IPsec, TLS, DHCP, SNMP, FC, SCSI, DNS, IDS, SIEM.Integration :
security, systems, software, hardware, connectivity, tools, equipment.Technology:
devices, applications, servers, virtual machines, networks, storage.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 is not offered for this opportunity. Learn More & Apply Now! This role is designated as 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. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of War, 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 #LI-Onsite 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 57,200 USD- 108,800 USD.
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- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance