Software Engineering (Air Traffic Management Systems) Graduate Development Programme 2024

This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate with a Computer Science/Software Engineering degree or similar to work as a Software Engineer within the Air Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) team, part of the wider Weapons and Sensors business unit at Harlow in Essex.

The role is to provide support across Raytheon’s range of products, providing Software Engineering expertise across the product lifecycle, from requirements capture, Analysis, Design through to testing and qualification activities.

Training in all areas of Software Engineering will be made available to the successful candidate. This includes:

• Requirements management
• Software Modelling using UML and other tools used for Software Development Testing. From simple software prototypes to assisting in the development of large Software Systems.

Main duties

The role will provide support to the Software Design Authority and Software Engineering Teams with the development and management of project requirements, generation of technical documentation. Software Analysis and Software Design including Software modelling through to code and Test. Participation in technical design reviews will also be required. Further, supporting the Software Teams in Integration and Testing both on simulation platforms and real production Hardware.

The role will be based at Raytheon’s Harlow facility and the successful candidate will have access to professional development opportunities and be part of the growing Raytheon Technologies team, where the candidate will be required to undertake development studies and investigation activities involving product performance and interfacing with various internal Engineering stakeholders.

The role will involve working in a highly technical environment, supporting the team as well as working autonomously. Taking on complex challenges and producing a solution that follows company process in a timely manner is an essential part of the role. A successful candidate will be comfortable integrating into a large team to accomplish their goals.

There will be travel required for training and business travel either in the UK or possibly internationally as required by the business.

Candidate requirements

Essential

• Minimum 2.2 Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or similar undergraduate degree (already achieved or will complete by 2nd September 2024)
• 120 UCAS points achieved through A Level/AS Level e.g. BBB/ABC/A*CC A Level grades or equivalent e.g. Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, BTEC etc achieved through qualifications completed before attending university.
• Full CV (please note university, pre university and GCSE Grades) & Cover Letter explaining why you have applied to Raytheon UK and your chosen role.
• Flexible to travel in the UK and abroad as required for business travel
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a UK SC Security application
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking & decision-making skills.
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving and innovation skills.
• An understanding of the Engineering/Software lifecycles
• An understanding of UML/SysML
• Driven individual with a desire to learn.
• Attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience of Software modelling using CASE tools (Computer Aided Software Engineering) and various programming language with particular reference to C/C++
• Understanding of Software Development and product lifecycles.
• Member/student member - of a professional institution such as IET, IMechE, INCOSE etc.

About the Graduate Development Programme

Raytheon UK partner with an external training provider and our in-house training teams to deliver excellent training to support on-boarding into the company and build the foundations to a successful career with us. Training focuses on building company connections, communication skills, developing leadership skills and career coaching and development.

Graduates have the opportunity to learn real business skills such as project management, supply chain and strategy in addition to receiving a strong support network from current/former graduates and their team members. Graduates have the opportunity to build their skills, contacts and experience through a range of activities from working on real projects to joining our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), attending company and Early Careers events.

Graduates have the opportunity to further develop their training as applicable to the role.

What our engineering graduates say

Being on the GDP was a fantastic opportunity to learn about your own style and personality traits and how you can better adapt your approach to situations and people in the work place. It also provided a great network across the functions and the sites that I have been able to reach out to for support during my time at Raytheon UK.

As a Graduate Systems Engineer at Raytheon UK within the APNT team, I was given the opportunity to contribute from day one. I have supported the development of the anti-jam systems of tomorrow all the way from requirements to testing and qualification.

My ideas get listened to and are given consideration. I have the privilege of being mentored by colleagues that have made it to the very top of their field and absorb the knowledge and experience that has taken them years to acquire. I regularly get the chance to network at a conference or complete a training course to acquire a skill that I have always wanted to have.

Application requirements & how to apply

Apply on-line via our careers website via Workday attaching a full CV and cover letter. Please ensure you include full contact details (name, phone number, email and home address).

The cover letter is a great opportunity to make your application stand out and show us why you would like to join Raytheon UK and have applied for this role. Candidates can add a Cover Letter to the 1st page of the CV and attach as 1 document on the Workday application portal.

This is a great opportunity to show you have researched our company and can demonstrate a real interest in the role you have applied for. Candidates can also demonstrate any additional skills, interests and experience etc to tell us more about you and why you have applied.

What happens next?

Successful applicants will be invited to have an initial screening call to discuss the role & requirements further and advised on the next stage of their application. The next steps will include an assessment centre to meet the team and complete individual and team activities which will be discussed with successful applicants.

Depending on the role there may be an initial telephone interview with the team before an assessment centre (candidates will be advised during the screening stage).

About Raytheon UK

With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester, Manchester, Livingston and presence across other customer sites also. Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology.

Across the country Raytheon UK employs 2000 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon UK continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across its core mission areas Weapons & Sensors, and Cyber, Space & Training.

Raytheon UK is a landed company, part of the RTX organisation.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defence company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonic, avionics and cyber security. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Raytheon Career Development

Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.

Standard benefits

• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays
• £31,000 starting salary & £3,000 joining bonus & company benefits
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes.
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave.
• 37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements).
• Flexible working arrangements can be considered wherever we can (depending on the role) so please enquire or highlight any request to our Recruitment team to explore flexible working possibilities.
• Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold).

Diversity, equity and inclusion

At Raytheon UK, we’re committed to be building a workforce that represents the true diversity of Britain where all of our colleagues feel enabled to deliver the best work of their lives. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer who selects the very best candidates for the job. We truly value the diversity of our workforce work hard to create an inclusive environment where our colleagues can bring the unique skills, experiences and ideas to the table to help us grow our business, create innovative solutions and develop our people.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) act as the eyes and ears into the community they represent and support us in building a truly inclusive business. Our ERGs are open to all colleagues, regardless of background. We have a range of employee groups open to everyone to join to support STEM, Early Careers, Diversity, Sustainability and many more…

We’re also delighted to have been recognised as a Gold Award Employer as part of the HM’s Armed Forces Covenant and the Human Rights Campaign’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index as a ‘best place to work for LGBTQ Equality’.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other characteristic.

If you need us to make any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to help. RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.