Senior. Systems Engineer - EMT (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Infrastructure Environment Management Team in Richardson, TX. You will design, configure, and manage I&T and test environments, ensuring stability and performance while collaborating with software and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a STEM degree, 5+ years in related work, and a TS/SCI clearance with CI poly. Proficiency with Linux, VMware, scripting, and DevOps tools is essential for success in this onsite position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/SAFe).
• Admin experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and VMware.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, Ruby, Bash, C++, C#, or Go.
• Experience troubleshooting Linux-based infrastructures.
• Security clearance TS/SCI CI Poly and U.S. citizenship required Day 1.
• Experience with COTS/FOSS integration and DevOps tools.
• Ability to design, test, and document I&T environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first line of defense in troubleshooting issues across multiple Integration & Test (I&T) environments.
• Interface with Software Engineers to document installation instructions and support I&T staff by modifying environments as needed.
• Develop and maintain scripts using Bash, Perl, Ruby, or Python to monitor and enhance system stability and usability.
• Manage and configure Red Hat Enterprise Linux and VMware solutions.
• Support the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) into system environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Contribute to the maintenance and management of multiple baselines, such as Development, Test, and Production environments.
• Support Information Assurance compliance efforts in alignment with specified standards, such as ICD-503

Skills

Python

Java

Ruby

Bash

C++

C#

Go

Agile methodologies

Linux troubleshooting

DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

Information Assurance

Security clearance TS/SCI

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

CompTIA Security+ certification

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

VMware

OpenStack

AWS

Job description

About the Role

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon IIS is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Infrastructure Environment Management Team (EMT) onsite at our Richardson, TX facility. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing, configuring, and managing development, software Integration & Test (I&T), system I&T, and performance test factory infrastructure environments. Your contributions will support critical missions and ensure system stability and usability.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the first line of defense in troubleshooting issues across multiple Integration & Test (I&T) environments
• Interface with Software Engineers to document installation instructions and support I&T staff by modifying environments as needed
• Develop and maintain scripts using Bash, Perl, Ruby, or Python to monitor and enhance system stability and usability
• Manage and configure Red Hat Enterprise Linux and VMware solutions
• Support the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) into system environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and ensure compliance with requirements
• Contribute to the maintenance and management of multiple baselines, such as Development, Test, and Production environments
• Support Information Assurance compliance efforts in alignment with specified standards, such as ICD-503

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Experience with Agile Development Methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe
• Administrative experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and VMware solutions
• Experience with programming languages, such as Python, Java, Ruby, Bash, C++, C#, or Go
• Experience troubleshooting applications and infrastructure on Linux-based operating systems
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire
• Active and Current TS/SCI CI Poly security clearance is required Day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with virtualization tools and cloud computing, including private (e.g., VMware, OpenStack) or public (e.g., AWS) platforms
• Experience integrating COTS/FOSS software into system environments
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation tools, such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
• Experience with DevOps tools, including Docker, Kubernetes, or Vagrant
• Experience with IT infrastructure architecture and configuration management
• Prior experience as a system administrator for Linux or Windows environments
• Exposure to Information Assurance compliance with standards such as ICD-503
• Proficiency in developing and executing test plans, procedures, and reports
• Experience with MS Office applications for documentation and communication purposes

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.

Location: Richardson, TX: North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

Benefits and Compensation

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.

• 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
• 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.

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.