Prin. Software Platform Engr

RTX•Richardson, TX

4d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. This role is an onsite role in Richardson, Texas, however highly qualified individuals may be considered for a hybrid situation.

Requirements

8+ years of hands-on experience establishing and expanding DevSecOps (6 frameworks using Rancher, ArgoCD, and FluxCD for GitOps at scale.
Deep technical expertise with Helm for package management and maintaining large-scale, containerized PaaS environments (e.g., RKE2).
Proficiency in modular infrastructure automation using Terraform and Terragrunt, including state management and CI/CD pipeline integration.
Professional experience deploying and managing HashiCorp Enterprise solutions in production-grade or high-compliance settings.
Strong background in enforcing desired-state configuration and eliminating configuration drift through automation using Ansible, Bash, or Python.
Ability to integrate diverse technologies, automate procedures, document clearly, and demonstrate technical work to varied audiences.
Active and transferable Secret - Current clearance is required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience automating system integrations using Docker, Podman, and Compose-based workflows, combined with IaC tools for server and OS deployment automation (PXE boot, DHCP, Kickstart).
Linux systems administration and security expertise, including virtualization technologies (VMWare, KVM), and use of 3rd-party software such as Nginx, Vault, CoreDNS, dnsmasq, Artifactory.
Basic understanding of computer networking, DNS, and Linux host-based network management (interfaces, firewalls, etc.).
Ability to lead and mentor up to three engineers.
Additional relevant technical or soft skills beyond required qualifications.
Experience contributing to Agile team ceremonies and collaborating within an Agile development environment.

Responsibilities

Design and automate deployment and integration of applications onto a common platform and infrastructure using modern DevSecOps and automation practices.
Lead and mentor engineers as needed, providing technical guidance and support under the direction of team leadership.
Develop, implement, and troubleshoot DIPN deployment automations while integrating both familiar and unfamiliar technologies into cohesive, orchestrated solutions.
Analyze gaps in technology solutions and develop approaches to close them, ensuring alignment with team direction, scope, and architectural guidance.
Create, automate, and refine installation, integration, and test procedures. Document processes clearly and demonstrate completed work to a variety of audiences.
Participate fully in team Agile ceremonies, including daily scrum, Sprint planning, Program Increment planning, and retrospectives while helping teammates succeed in their tasking.
Travel up to 10%

Benefits

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 illness insurance, 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
Eligible for relocation
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs