Junior Network Administrator, Analyst, Tucson, AZ – Onsite (3 openings)

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies seeks a Junior Network Administrator to maintain and support voice and data networks in Tucson, AZ. Onsite role with active U.S. security clearance required at start.

You will install, configure, and document network hardware and software, coordinate with vendors, monitor network performance, and contribute to remediation and planning efforts. Opportunity to pursue Security+ and CCNA training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with less than 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and IDS.
• Active in-scope, and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks.
• Install or reconfigure hardware and software elements of the data and/or voice network.
• Develop documentation including operational instructions and technical diagrams.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis for in-house systems planning.
• Coordinate third-party maintenance and vendor support.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours as needed.
• Follow established procedures under supervision.

Skills

Network admin

Cisco routers

Firewalls

Security clearance

Documentation

Network analysis

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cisco ISE

SolarWinds

Visio

GemOne

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Junior Network Administrator (P1) Analyst Information Workplace Services Raytheon Digital Technology Classified Infrastructure Services Tucson, AZ – Onsite Position/Active US Clearance required. 3 Open Positions 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

• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks.
• Plans, evaluates, coordinates, and performs installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
• Work in developing technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, encryptors etc.
• Work with network management software platforms.
• May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings aligning with future requirements factoring in redundancy and required network uptime.
• Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation.
• Where no documentation exists, assist in developing documentation.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
• Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.
• Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

What you will Learn

You will apply your Network Engineering skills to defense-oriented programs. You will obtain Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) within a year. Raytheon will provide training to achieve this.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a university/bachelor’s degree with less than 2 years of relevant experience, will consider equivalent of a minimum of 4 years of relevant Network or IT Systems Administration experience.
• Experience with Networking equipment such as Cisco (or other product) routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Active In-scope, and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• We ideally need someone with Cisco ISE experience with 802.1X, SolarWinds, and setting up client server environments for government networks.
• Security + and or CCNA certifications currently active.
• Experience with current cabling and fiber standards.
• Experience with access control list, security posture, and vendor best practices.
• Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
• 1-2 years of experience with network management software.
• Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.
• Experience with platforms such as IP telephony, NTP servers, GemOne, and SolarWinds.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

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.

• 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.
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

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.

Security Clearance

This position requires current & active US 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://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm More information on our Tucson, AZ Location: https://youtu.be/O63dtV3_R94 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.

Position Classification

This position is classified as: 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. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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.

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.