Factory Systems Integration Technologist

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a seasoned DT/OT engineer in an onsite role in McKinney, TX, requiring DoD security clearance. You will develop and deploy secure DT/OT solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support operations automation with strong Windows/Linux administration and scripting skills.

The position emphasizes governance, cybersecurity, and factory IT integration, with responsibilities spanning server management, authentication, and 24x7 operational support.

Qualifications

• University degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in two or more: network design, Windows admin, packaging/scripting, data analysis, or factory IT equipment operation.
• Experience with cyber-security remediation and system hardening.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux administration; DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy DT/OT solutions satisfying governance, sustainment, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance DT/OT architectures.
• Provide design input and options to Operations automation and software engineers using DT environments.
• Install, configure, maintain, and inventory server/workstation systems.
• Configure security software and document compliance for factory integration.
• Resolve DT issues from discovery to root cause in OT integration architectures.

Skills

Network design

Windows admin

Cybersecurity

DT/OT architectures

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Active Directory

LDAP

Citrix

Virtualization

Job description

Company Overview

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513PW ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ PW BLDG. Role Type: Onsite. Security Clearance Required: DoD Clearance: Secret. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. At 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. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Developing and deploying new DT/OT solutions that satisfy governance, sustainment, and cybersecurity requirements on behalf of Digital Technology Architecting network designs applying segmentation principles (e.g. Purdue model) and facilitate business processes to implement network infrastructure (vlans, firewalls, etc…)
• Collaborating with cross functional technical teams to enable, create, and support advancement of new and legacy DT/OT architectures
• Providing technical support, design input, and solution alternatives to Operations automation and software engineers utilizing DT hardware and software environments
• Hosting, installing, configuring, maintaining, and inventorying server and workstation systems
• Configuring security-relevant software and performing security-related compliance documentation for seamless integration with factory automation
• Resolving complex DT issues in the Operational Technology (OT) development space from discovery to resolution to root cause and corrective action in evolving DT/OT integration architectures
• Assigning configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services (e.g. LDAP and/ or Active Directory)
• Administering servers, factory computers, printers, software deployment, security updates, and patching
• Supporting systems that are operational 24x7, occasionally requiring work effort beyond standard work hours
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds in support of hardware installations

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree with minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in two or more of the following areas: network design, Windows system administration, application packaging and scripting, data analysis, or installation and operation of factory IT equipment
• Experience with cyber-security vulnerability remediation and system hardening
• Experience in Microsoft Windows Desktops (e.g., Windows XP, 7, 10, 11), Windows Servers (e.g., Windows Server 2008, 2012 & 2016) and/or Linux/Unix operating system administration
• Current DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Active Directory Services support
• Understanding of group policies and setting system security controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good customer interaction skills with users of all levels
• Operations Technology (OT) integration and automation experience (sensors, robotics, PLCs etc.)
• Expertise and experience in network architectural design
• Ability to work independently, research and implement emerging architecture patterns, and make recommendations on IT security and compliance-based decision-making
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to debate, dialogue, negotiate, influence and work with others collaboratively and constructively.
• Technical curiosity, pragmatism, and a passion for solving technical problems
• Detail-oriented and methodical troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of web access controls, advanced authentication methods and virtualization technologies
• Knowledge/experience with Ignition platforms/projects
• Knowledge of Security+, CISSP, CNA, MCP, MCSA, or similar
• Mastery of computing/networking fundamentals including TPC/IP, DNS/DHCP, AD/GPO, WLAN, VPN
• Experience supporting computing assets in engineering and/or factory floor environments
• Experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Literacy in additional computer operating systems including Unix and Linux
• Experience with Citrix and virtual desktop/application delivery technologies
• Programming/Scripting Experience with python, java, java script, or C++ programming languages
• Six Sigma and/or Lean certification/training

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.

• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

Benefits

• 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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
• 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.

Salary

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. 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.

Application Window

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.

Role Type Definition

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, 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, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.