Software Platform Engineer I (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; 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 assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Software Platform Engineer to join our Modernized Infrastructure projects team. You will work with cutting‑edge technologies to develop solutions that support our mission of protecting the warfighter.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, test, and integrate complex software systems. The role involves supporting platform and DevOps build activities, contributing to CI/CD pipelines, and leveraging tools like Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• 1 year or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• Experience in software development utilizing scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, Bash, or Shell.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required after Day 1.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support platform and DevOps build and automation activities using programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, Go, PowerShell, and Java.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in integrated product teams using agile methodologies to design, test, and integrate software solutions.
• Develop modernized software platforms using DevOps tools such as Ansible, Chef, and the Atlassian Tool suite.
• Implement containerization and related product development using tools like Docker, Rancher, and Kubernetes.

Skills

Python

Perl

Ruby

Java

Bash/Shell

1 year or less experience

DevOps tooling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Ansible

Chef

Docker

Rancher

Kubernetes

GIT

Jenkins

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI without Polygraph Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 is seeking a Software Platform Engineer to join our Modernized Infrastructure projects team. In this role, you will work with cutting‑edge technologies to develop solutions that support our mission of protecting the warfighter. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, test, and integrate complex software systems.

What You Will Do

• Support platform and DevOps build and automation activities using programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, Go, PowerShell, and Java
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
• Participate in integrated product teams using agile methodologies to design, test, and integrate software solutions
• Develop modernized software platforms using DevOps tools such as Ansible, Chef, and the Atlassian Tool suite
• Implement containerization and related product development using tools like Docker, Rancher, and Kubernetes
• Collaborate with systems engineers and software platform engineers to produce technical work products and solutions
• Apply engineering principles to develop solutions for technical challenges
• Support network design, cloud technology integration, and cybersecurity concepts as part of the software development lifecycle

Qualifications – Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• 1 year or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
• Experience in software development utilizing scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, Bash, or Shell
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required after Day 1.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications – Prefer

• Ability to apply basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts
• Experience developing solutions to routine technical problems
• Knowledge or experience with Linux, Windows, or related system operating systems at the command line interface
• Experience using development tools such as Ansible, Chef, Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, GIT, Jenkins, Jira, Confluence, or similar
• Experience with DevSecOps toolsets, either as a user or implementer
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile methodologies
• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts
• Knowledge of AI Concepts

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
• Innovation

Location

Aurora, CO

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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 Section503 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 in2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.