Principal Platform Engineer (OnSite

Principal Platform Engineer

At Raytheon Technologies (RTX), you will play a pivotal role as a Principal Platform Engineer, contributing to the design, deployment, and modernization of cutting-edge systems. Your expertise in Linux server administration, Kubernetes development, and Dev Sec Ops  practices will drive impactful solutions for critical defense and aerospace projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, leveraging industry's best practices to optimize performance, scalability, and security across on-premises and cloud-based environments.

Note This role is based on site in Richardson, TX.

What you do

• Design and implement system updates and upgrades with a focus on Linux server administration and Kubernetes development
• Deploy, integrate, and support containerized platforms using modern orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Docker
• Architect, develop, and support build/test pipelines optimized for performance across virtualized and cloud environments
• Provision platform, storage, and networking resources for on-premises COTS infrastructure using modernized technologies
• Collaborate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and provide project status updates as required
• Mentor and assist engineers with tool usage, issue resolution, and adherence to best practices

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience with integration, cloud technologies, containerization, and Infrastructure/Platform as a Service
• Proficiency in Linux development and microservices architecture
• Experience with automation frameworks such as Ansible, Chef, or similar tools
• Active and Current TS/SCI security clearance is required Day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum or SAFe
• Experience deploying applications to Kubernetes and configuring container orchestration platforms
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, Ruby, Bash, C++, C#, or Go
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite, including Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Jenkins
• Background in deploying and supporting CI/CD pipelines and Dev Sec Ops  tools
• General working knowledge of networks, storage, and virtualization technologies
• Experience with COTS/FOSS product installation, configuration, and integration.
  
  Security Plus certification

What We Offer

• 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 Eligibility

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 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..htm

Location:

Richardson, TX

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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…