Senior. Platform Engineer (Onsite)

RTX, known as Raytheon Technologies, is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, employing over 185,000 professionals driven by a common purpose to solve the world’s most complex problems. With a legacy of more than 100 years in the industry, RTX brings together world-class engineering expertise, cutting-edge research and development capabilities, and three market-leading businesses to create revolutionary solutions that ensure the safety and security of nations and their allies. Headquartered in the United States, RTX is well recognized for its commitment to innovation, trust, and collaboration, making pivotal contributions to aerospace, defense, and related technologies. The company’s strong emphasis on values such as safety, respect, accountability, and innovation fosters a culture where employee contributions are valued and where they are encouraged to think boldly and lead advances in their fields.

The role available is for a Senior Platform Engineer located onsite at RTX’s Richardson, TX facility. This position is critical to supporting one of RTX’s premier programs focused on ground systems solutions. The Senior Platform Engineer will be part of a cross-disciplinary team comprising platform engineers and system administrators dedicated to advancing DevOps capabilities and integrating state-of-the-art cloud technologies. Responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of platform architectures that align with DevOps best practices and ensuring integration of modern tools that enhance development, security, and operational efficiencies. This role demands strong collaboration within Agile frameworks and active delivery of cloud-enabled solutions. The engineer will also prioritize continuous improvement by evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends to bolster platform security and performance.

Candidates must meet stringent U.S. government security clearance requirements, including holding an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance from day one, highlighting the sensitive and critical nature of the program’s operations. The position offers a competitive salary range from $86,800 to $165,200, reflective of experience, expertise, and other qualifications. Aside from the technical and security requisites, the role offers various employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) matching, and flexible work schedules, supporting the overall well-being and professional growth of its workforce. RTX emphasizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, aspiring to create an inclusive workplace that values different perspectives and experiences.