Senior Cloud Engineer - Connected Aviation (Hybrid)

Collins Aerospace; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan with employer‑con

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Cloud Engineer in the CAS Airports group to design, implement, and optimize AWS cloud environments that support passenger processing, airport operations, and baggage management across major global airports.

You will collaborate with Cloud Architects, Software Engineering, QA, Cybersecurity, and Support teams to deliver secure, compliant cloud solutions, and contribute to DevSecOps and PCI DSS initiatives while working in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 5+ years of experience or an Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience planning, designing, and implementing cloud infrastructure in AWS.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux system administration.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize AWS cloud environments supporting CAS Airports products.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure‑as‑code using CloudFormation, PowerShell, Terraform, and related tools.
• Create and maintain documentation for cloud processes and deployments.
• Collaborate with CAS Cybersecurity to ensure compliance and security standards.
• Work with Cloud Architects and Engineers on proof‑of‑concepts and deployment strategies.
• Partner with development, QA, and Service & Support to advance DevSecOps practices.
• Support PCI DSS AOC compliance by coordinating with QSA providers.
• Provide third‑level engineering support for cloud‑deployed CAS Airports systems.

Skills

AWS

Cloud security

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

PCI DSS compliance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

CloudFormation

Terraform

PowerShell

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Job description

Date Posted

2026-08-20

Country

United States of America

Location

US-OK-TULSA-6120 ~ 6120 S Yale Ave ~ YALE, Ste 200

Position Role Type

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

As a Cloud Engineer in the Connected Aviation Solutions (CAS) Airports organization, you will play a critical role in building and maintaining cloud‑based infrastructure and services that support passenger processing, airport operations, and baggage management across major global airports. This includes cloud environments that power airline agent‑assisted check‑in, self‑service kiosks, passenger verification and security, biometric identity management, and baggage messaging systems.

In this role, you will leverage your cloud engineering expertise to design, implement, and optimize AWS environments using infrastructure‑as‑code tools and cloud‑native architectures. You will work closely with Cloud Architects, Software Engineering, QA, Cybersecurity, and Service & Support teams across the U.S. and India to deliver secure, compliant, and highly available cloud solutions. You will contribute to proof‑of‑concept efforts, support DevSecOps initiatives, ensure PCI DSS compliance, and provide third‑level engineering support for CAS Airports products deployed in the cloud.

The CAS Airports Cloud Engineering team is dedicated to building reliable, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure that supports mission‑critical airport operations worldwide. With deep experience in aviation system requirements, cloud engineering, and global deployments, the team focuses on delivering environments that meet rigorous cybersecurity, compliance, and performance demands. Cloud Engineers collaborate closely with product teams to improve deployment processes, enhance automation, and drive continuous improvement across the platform.

What You Will Do

• Design, build, and optimize AWS cloud environments that support CAS Airports products and services.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure‑as‑code using CloudFormation, PowerShell, Terraform, and other automation tools.
• Create and maintain documentation for cloud processes, architectures, and deployments.
• Collaborate with CAS Cybersecurity to ensure cloud environments meet and exceed applicable security and compliance standards.
• Work closely with Cloud Architects and fellow Cloud Engineers on proof‑of‑concepts and cloud deployment strategies for CAS Airports products.
• Partner with development, QA, and Service & Support teams to advance DevSecOps practices and support cloud infrastructure needs.
• Support yearly PCI DSS AOC compliance by preparing required evidence and coordinating with QSA providers.
• Provide third‑level engineering support for cloud‑deployed CAS Airports systems, working directly with Service & Support teams to resolve complex issues.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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
• Experience planning, designing, and implementing cloud infrastructure in AWS.
• Experience with system administration (Windows and/or Linux).

Qualifications We Prefer

• AWS certifications such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or AWS SysOps Administrator.
• Knowledge of cloud service models including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Experience with platform and infrastructure administration in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of serverless and container technologies.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps and CI/CD principles, tooling, and workflows.
• Understanding of cloud‑aware and cloud‑native architectures.
• Experience with public, private, and hybrid cloud provisioning.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with scripting, automation, and orchestration tools.
• Experience implementing service‑oriented architecture applications.
• Experience developing or supporting web‑based or client‑server applications.

What We Offer

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time.

• 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again.

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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.

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. 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.