Platform Engineer II

RTX; Marlborough (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Job summary

RTX Marlborough, MA seeks a Platform Engineer to integrate C++, C, and Java software on RedHat and Windows within a Layer3 network. You’ll provide practical software solutions, support multiple programs, and help automate OS configurations for cyber needs.

The role emphasizes agile development, CI/CD, and collaboration with engineers at all levels. On-site in Marlborough with possible travel, requiring US citizenship and Interim Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with scripting languages (Perl, Python, Bash).
• Experience with Linux configuration and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve the DevSecOps pipeline with test automation.
• Debug and fix stability issues across multiple baselines.
• Configure Linux OS installations and network gear as required.
• Assist with real-time embedded software integration and testing.
• Maintain tooling infrastructure and CI/CD workflows.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Scripting (Perl/Python/Bash)

Linux system config

Version control (Git/ClearCase)

Security clearance (Interim Secret)

STEM degree

DevSecOps / CI/CD

Education

Degree in STEM

Tools

Jenkins

Grafana

RedHat Linux

PowerShell

Splunk

Git

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA2 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 2

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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.

We are seeking a Platform Engineer to integrate software developed in C++, C and Java on hardware operating RedHat and Windows all within a Layer3 network. In this position, you will be responsible for providing practical solutions to difficult technical software problems. You can expect to support multiple programs and multiple platforms within a software product line. Software Engineering positions include working on a variety of different tasks including implementing OS level configurations to support applications and cyber requirements. A person who is successful in this role understands and utilizes agile software development methods, automation, and continuous integration.

This position is on-site in Marlborough Massachusetts. Occasional travel will be expected to stakeholder sites.

What You Will Do

• Support and Improvement of our DevSecOps Pipeline. This role requires passion to drive improvement via test automation, creative solutions and elimination of non-value steps.
• Handle emergency situations that stop the pipeline and address quickly and efficiently.
• Collaborative with engineers of all levels.
• Debug and correct stability issues in our many software baselines.
• Configure and install Operating Systems (RHEL).
• Configure and install Network Switches (Dell, Cisco, etc.).
• Configure and install other network devices responsible for providing program system requirements (NAS devices, terminal servers, etc.).
• Perform integration and testing of real-time embedded software, application software, and tools that run on a Linux operating system.
• Maintenance and enhancement of the tooling infrastructure.
• Possible opportunities to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with scripting languages (E.g. Perl, Python, Bash).
• Experience with ClearCase, Git or other configuration management tools.
• Experience with configuring, deploying, and maintaining Linux operating systems.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued Interim Secret security clearance is required on day 1. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with DevSecOps and test automation using Jenkins and Grafana for virtualization.
• Experience with configuration of network devices.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code.
• Experience with automated Windows setup, deployment and maintenance.
• Experience with hardening Windows environments.
• Experience with hardening RedHat Linux environments.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Experience with integrating windows environments with monitoring solutions such as Splunk and McAfee TACC.
• Experience with DISM, PowerShell, .Net, bash, etc.
• Experience with RedHat IDM.
• Experience with RedHat Linux system administration.
• Experience with Collaborator or other source code review tool.
• Experience with Coverity or other static analysis tools.
• Experience with GIT, Jira, Artifactory, BitBucket, Coverity, Grafana.

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 eligible.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 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.

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