Cloud Engineer

RTX; United States; Remote; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Cloud Engineer to provision, configure, operate, and maintain Windows/Linux infrastructure in cloud and hybrid environments. You will design and support cloud applications, automate tasks, and collaborate across distributed teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years deploying cloud solutions on Azure/AWS, strong scripting (PowerShell/Terraform), and experience with AD/VMware. Remote work is supported with occasional non-standard shifts during onboarding.

Qualifications

• 5+ years deploying and managing cloud solutions on Azure/AWS.
• Administer Windows and Linux servers across environments.
• Proficient with AD, WSUS, VMware; strong scripting in PowerShell and Terraform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small team on cloud projects and system support.
• Deliver practical solutions to complex problems.
• Design and support cloud infrastructure for new workloads.
• Oversee cloud operations and infrastructure for new workloads.
• Create and maintain system documentation and best practices.
• Work in geographically distributed teams.
• Occasional off-hours support during early months.

Skills

Cloud deployment

Windows/Linux admin

Scripting (PowerShell/Terraform)

Active Directory/WSUS

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS in MIS/CS/Engineering or related

Tools

VMware

Azure

AWS

Terraform

PowerShell

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Enterprise Services team:

Provide services for infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, and general IT support to enable the Enterprise Services SIOP application suite. Participate in support, planning, definition of best practices, and collaborative meetings in support of these goals.As a Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for provisioning, installation/configuration,operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software related to a Windows/Linux infrastructure in the cloud (Azure or AWS) environments. Duties include, but are not limited to, server management; storage management (logical and physical); cross platform authentication and access management; software and license configuration.

Important Note: During the first few months, this role will require working occasional non-standard or off-hours shifts. You will partner closely with another team member to help automate existing manual tasks currently performed during off-hours. Once these processes are fully automated, off-hours support will no longer be required on a regular basis.

What You Will Do:

• Work with a small team on cloud projects and system support.
• Deliver practical solutions to complex problems.
• Design and support new and existing cloud applications infrastructure.
• Overseeing cloud operations and designing infrastructure for new workloads
• Continuously improving and maturing cloud services
• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous RedHat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows environment.
• Working in both cloud (Azure or AWS) and on-prem environments.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including best practices, procedures, and policies.
• Work effectively in a geographically distributed team environment.
• Engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Work independently with users to define concepts
• Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.
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Qualifications You Must Have:

• Minimum Education is BS in MIS, Computer Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or with 5 years of work experience or related field or equivalent combination of related work experience and schooling in lieu of degree
• Over 5 years of experience in deploying and managing cloud-based solutions on Azure and/or AWS, including expertise in administering both Windows and Linux server operating systems. Possesses a robust understanding of computers, networks, servers, storage, and databases, along with experience in server architecture and troubleshooting methodologies with experience developing solutions and documenting various technical issues.
• Proficient with technologies such as Active Directory, WSUS, VMware, and possesses prior experience in systems and networking administration beyond basic account maintenance and demonstrates strong scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform/HCL) for automating tasks and developing custom scripts to optimize Azure infrastructure management and deployment processes.
• Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technological solutions.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and understandable interactions over the phone. Capable of engaging professionally with a diverse group of developers, customers, and managers.undefined

Qualifications Preferred:

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Microsoft Azure certification(s)
• Knowledge of or experience supporting Kinaxis Maestro.
• Experience leveraging AI tools in everyday work, including AI-based code assistants or AI-driven troubleshooting solutions, to improve efficiency and accelerate problem resolution.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.