Principal Specialist, Engineering Services - Software Configuration Management (Hybrid)

Prattwhitney; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible work weeks

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist in San Diego for Software Configuration Management. You will support product lifecycle, manage configurations, and collaborate within a CM team to satisfy program objectives.

Ideal candidates will hold a STEM degree with years of experience or an advanced degree, and possess knowledge of CM concepts, scripting, and DevOps tools. Hybrid onsite/offsite work in San Diego, CA is available.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree with 5+ years’ experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years’ experience.
• Able to obtain/maintain Secret or Top-Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Solid understanding of configuration management and software development concepts.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Access, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
• Proactive with the ability to tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks per the program’s configuration and data management plan.
• Configure identification and ERB coordination.
• Manage software version control repositories and builds/releases.
• Assist with software licenses and audits.
• Process media requests and ensure documentation accuracy per procedures.

Skills

Security clearance

Config management knowledge

Proactive problem solving

Team collaboration

Windows/Linux familiarity

Scripting (Perl/Python)

Education

STEM degree + 5+ years

Advanced degree + 3+ years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Git/GitHub

ClearQuest/ClearCase/Subversion

Jira

Job description

Company Overview

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace 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. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Job Summary

The Configuration and Data Management Department is seeking a highly motivate Principal Specialist, Engineering Services - Software Configuration Management to join the team located in San Diego, CA. This role will support product lifecycle management, performs a wide variety of technical and administrative tasks and is mainly to provide Software Configuration Management (SWCM) program support. This position requires the candidate to work in a dynamic environment in which evolving program priorities dictate individual task priority. This position is part of a larger CM team and requires regular collaboration with team members. The ideal candidate works independently while supporting team goals and communicating task status. During peak periods, the candidate may be required to work after hours to support team goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tasks according to the program’s configuration and data management plan.
• Configuration identification.
• Coordination of Engineering Review Boards (ERBs).
• Administrating software version control repositories.
• Capturing/releasing software builds and documentation.
• Managing software licenses.
• Supporting internal/external audits.
• Processing media requests.
• Review documentation for accuracy according to program procedures.

Must-Have Qualifications

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top-Secret US security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• General knowledge and understanding of configuration management and software development concepts.
• A thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Access, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio).
• Being proactive with the capability of tackling complex challenges and finding solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance is preferred.
• Detail oriented with the ability to read engineering drawings and knowledge of product structures.
• Familiarity with documentation systems such as Common PDM to manage and control configurations and change history.
• Familiarity with software management tools such as ClearQuest, ClearCase, Subversion, Git, GitHub, Jira and Pipeline Genkins.
• Familiarity with Agile/DevOps software development.
• Understanding of automation scripting concepts.
• Familiarity with operating systems Windows and Linux.
• Familiarity with Perl and Python scripting.
• Has knowledge or ability to learn how to be a scrum master.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment and articulate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbal and written.
• Sense of urgency; ability to meet challenging deadlines and experience meeting short-turn and high-pressure deadlines.
• Attention to detail, ability to multi-task and operate self-guided with some supervision.
• Capability to adapt swiftly to new tools and technologies.

Location & Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. San Diego, CA.

Benefits

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40
• Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Additional Information

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

About RTX

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.