TechStudent-Senior

Tech Student - Senior - Software Developer This position would be an internship that is part-time (20 hr week) year round. anticipated start date in January 2008. Job Description: Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated intern to support the Weather Depiction and Analysis Capability (WDAC) and Joint Environmental Toolkit (JET) projects in Omaha NE. This project employs evolutionary concepts to provide weather forecast generation, meteorological watch, and observation management capabilities to the Air Force Weather Agency (AFWA). Candidate will work in a team environment to support the design, code, test and delivery of new/modified functionality. SW development is done primarily in Java using a J2EE web services architecture. Responsibilities include the following: Participation in the full development cycle for development programs including design of software components, developing code, updating technical documents, generating test plans, ensuring code meets requirements through unit testing, and resolving discrepancy reports. Working with the technical lead, other developers, and System Engineering to participate in peer reviews and to ensure successful integration with other software components. Required Skills: Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Training or experience in C++ or Java using Object-Oriented methodologies. Must be undergraduate (Senior level) in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Minimum overall GPA: 3.0 Ability to manage time and resources to meet assigned deadlines. Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Candidate must be able to pass a National Agency Check (NAC) and be granted a SECRET clearance. Desired Skills: Possess an understanding of J2EE web services architecture. Knowledge of the software development lifecycle. Meteorological experience would be beneficial. Experience in XML, Eclipse, and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) a plus. Math or Physics background also a plus. Company & Benefit Information: Raytheon is an industry leader in defense and government electronics, space, information technology, technical services, and business aviation and special mission aircraft. Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS) is a leader in technology solutions drawing on capabilities in signals, imaging and geospatial intelligence, air and space-borne command and control, ground engineering support, and weather and environmental data management Raytheon offers exceptional benefits, including 401(k) with company-match and on-going training and tuition reimbursement. Raytheon ranks seventh amoung the fifty top companies in Business Week's inaugural "Best Places to Launch a Career", as published in it's Sept. 18, 2006 issue. Work Location Information: Omaha, with a regional population around 800,000, offers a variety of cosmopolitan attractions, yet is small enough to provide a relaxed life style, which is the envy of many urban dwellers. Omaha has top ranked school systems and exceptional academic, sports, and leadership growth for children. Omaha residents enjoy low crime rates, low cost of living, and short commute communities. The strength of the community is reflected in the numerous high rankings the area has been given by the national media. • Eleventh best city for Business and Careers (Forbes) • Among the Top 25 Cities for "Best Educated Workforce" (Business Facilities –2005) • One of the top 10 cities for raising a family (Parenting Magazine) • Omaha is in top 12% of best places to live (Places Rated Almanac) • Papillion (Omaha suburb) ranked #6 of best places to live (Money Magazine – 2007) Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE ©2008 Raytheon Company. All rights reserved. Raytheon is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes a wide diversity of applicants. U.S. citizenship and security clearance may be required.