Sr. System Administrator

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; 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 Sr. System Administrator in Andover, MA to support classified programs. You will design, implement, and maintain secure IT environments across Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, ensuring availability and compliance.

You will work with Cybersecurity and VMware, MECM/SCCM, and scripting (PowerShell). A DoD 8140/8570-related certification path is expected to be completed. Onsite role with potential after-hours support.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance prior to start.
• U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.
• Experience administering and securing Windows and RHEL servers.
• Experience with VMware virtualization.
• Experience with securing system configurations and hardening.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Windows and RHEL environment.
• Understand Windows Server internals and Linux fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, AD, server replication).
• Collaborate in a fast-paced, technology-driven team.
• Work with Cybersecurity to maintain security requirements.
• Document and train on advanced IT processes and procedures.

Skills

Windows & RHEL administration

VMware virtualization

System hardening

PowerShell scripting

Security clearance readiness

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

MECM/SCCM

PXE boot services

OS imaging

Automated software deployment frameworks

NetApp storage / HPC environments

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-28

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN5 ~ 356 Lowell St ~ AN5 BRISTOL BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our Digital Technology (DT) organization ensures that Raytheon teammates across the globe are able to communicate, collaborate and innovate for customer success. We create leading-edge technology solutions to prevent security threats, secure the integrity of our systems and support IT infrastructures around the world.

Sr. System Administrator based in Andover, MA, internally known as Sr. Information Workplace Services professional who will collaborate and support exciting, critical programs with classified information system capabilities. Success in this role means you can develop, implement, and maintain secure, cost-efficient environments across various classified programs. Program teams rely on your collaboration and guidance to define computing requirements and create end-to-end solutions to solve complex IT infrastructure problems.

What You Will Do

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and RedHat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Understanding and knowledge of Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods.
• Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment.
• Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.
• Provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures and other tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within a reasonable amount of time.
• Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.
• Full time 100% onsite positioned in Tewksbury MA

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field minimum 3 years experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience administering and securing Windows and RHEL servers
• Experience with VMware virtualization
• Experience with securing system configurations, system hardening
• Experience with PowerShell scripting

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience serving as a technical SME or primary point of contact for patching, vulnerability remediation, or compliance initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with MECM/SCCM, PXE boot services, OS imaging, and automated software deployment frameworks.
• Familiarity with NetApp storage and/or HPC environments.
• Experience with enterprise Windows services, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity integration.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance tooling, such as ACAS, SCAP, Splunk, STIG Viewer, and audit support processes.

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.

Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

Salary

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. 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.

Benefits

• 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

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.

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

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 as 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.