Software Section Leader

Date Posted:

2026-03-11

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:

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:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Our Battle Management Software Department is looking for a talented Software Section Leader who is enthusiastic, hardworking, and proactive in supporting leadership, development, test, and other tasks throughout a software life cycle. The successful candidate will work in an exciting environment, providing technical leadership and creative solutions to complex technical system and software integration problems. The Software Engineering Manager will work closely with other engineers to design ideal solutions with the end user and operational needs in mind. The role also provides technical leadership through mentorship, subject matter expertise, team leadership, and participation in proposal, design, and process improvement.

In addition to technical responsibilities, the Software Section Leader will report to the Software Department Leader and serve as a supervisor within the department. In this position, the candidate will be responsible for a group of software engineers working on various internal and external programs.

What You Will Do

• Drive the design, architecture, and development of critical capabilities in an active Agile environment.
• Demonstrate leadership skills with ability to coordinate the activities of multiple engineers working on a wide range of programs, ensuring successful technical execution and delivery of solutions for the customer.
• Be adept at communicating (verbal and written) with all levels within and outside the company, ability to prepare and deliver presentations/summaries which appropriately address the intended audience.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies to increase software development productivity and support strategic product development.
• Empower engineering staff to excel by ensuring proper training, removing barriers, providing constructive feedback, as well as ensuring proper execution of organizational and department policies and procedures.
• Support proposal development, including technical solution, price, and schedule content.
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of ten (10) or more years of prior relevant.
• Experience in software requirements, design, development, integration, and test.
• Experience with leadership such as Scrum Master/ Team Lead/ Technical Area Lead on a successful multi-discipline team.
• Experience working and solving complex issues with both internal and external customer input.

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• Experience developing design, requirement, and user documentation.
• Experience in architecting, developing, testing software using C, C++, C#, Java, Ada or closely related software languages.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of Red Hat and/or Linux Operating Systems.
• Working knowledge in computer scripting language such as Shell/Perl/Python.
• Strong Analytical skills.
• Proficiency utilizing software debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, empathetic leadership style.
• Background in hiring, onboarding, and building a collaborative team culture.
  
  

What We Offer

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• 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.
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

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

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 , 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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