Software Engineer - DevOps / Infrastructure (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Oak Grove (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX offers opportunities in aerospace and defense where you will build and maintain automation that powers our CI/CD pipelines and simulation environments. You will work with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and associated toolchains to enable efficient code integration and deployment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, agile practices, and hands-on learning in a U.S.-based setting. The position targets candidates with a STEM background and familiarity with container techs, cloud platforms, scripting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM major obtained by start date.
• Basic understanding of networking (TCP/IP, VLANs) and experience configuring network devices or virtual networks.
• Experience in application development/integration within IaaS/PaaS (e.g., Red Hat OpenShift, VMware, OpenStack) and Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe).
• Familiarity with Docker/Podman containers, Kubernetes orchestration, and database technology (SQL/NoSQL like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MonetDB).
• Knowledge of formats and rules such as JSON, XML, YAML, and XSD.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop automation solutions that enable our teams to build and deploy code efficiently and consistently.
• Support and develop program’s CI/CD pipeline, optimizing code integration and delivery of the simulation environment.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve issues with build chain or CI/CD pipeline tools.
• Identify manual processes that can be automated with recommendations for strategy and improvements, prior experience with automated testing as part of a CI/CD pipeline.
• Consider the organization’s entire CI/CD infrastructure when making changes and improvements.

Skills

CI/CD automation

Docker/Podman

Kubernetes

OpenShift

VMware/OpenStack

Agile methodologies

Networking basics

Python/Bash/PowerShell

JSON/XML/YAML

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM major

Tools

OpenShift

VMware

OpenStack

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Coverity

Nexus

Artifactory

Splunk

Ansible

Terraform

Puppet

Docker/Podman

Kubernetes

Job description

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co‑ops and full‑time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. 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.

What You Will Do

• Support and develop automation solutions that enable our teams to build and deploy code efficiently and consistently.
• Support and develop program’s CI/CD pipeline, optimizing code integration and delivery of the simulation environment.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve issues with build chain or CI/CD pipeline tools.
• Identify manual processes that can be automated with recommendations for strategy and improvements, prior experience with automated testing as part of a CI/CD pipeline.
• Consider the organization’s entire CI/CD infrastructure when making changes and improvements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Basic understanding of networking (TCP/IP, VLANs) and experience configuring network devices or virtual networks.
• Experience in application development/integration within IaaS/PaaS (e.g., Red Hat OpenShift, VMware, OpenStack) and Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe).
• Familiarity with Docker/Podman containers, Kubernetes orchestration, and database technology (SQL/NoSQL like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MonetDB).
• Knowledge of formats and rules such as JSON, XML, YAML, and XSD.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience deploying, configuring, and supporting CI/CD Pipelines.
• Experience with common software development and management tools such as GitLab, Jira, Confluence, Coverity, Nexus, Artifactory, and Splunk.
• Experience with automation frameworks such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, etc.
• Experience with server-side scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Experience with a virtual environment such as VMware, Proxmox, etc.
• Experience with continuous integration for real‑time testing and diagnostics within a virtualized environment.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Benefits

• 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.

Relocation Eligibility

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. No matter the role designation, all production and maintenance employees are essential to the development of our products. 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. 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.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 USD.

Application Window

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.

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.