Senior. Principal Platform DevSecOps Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75



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:

TS/SCI with Polygraph



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

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring 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.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior. Principal Platform DevSecOps Engineer, supporting one of our premier programs in the business unit where you will be working with a cross-disciplinary team of Platform engineers and Systems Administrators leading the industry in ground systems solutions.

This role entails leading the design, development, implementation, integration, and sustainment of a cloud-based compute, network, and storage infrastructure. The position also focuses on platform modernization by incorporating emerging technologies to optimize performance and efficiency. Utilizing DevOps/DevSecOps methodologies, tools, and automation, the role is critical in streamlining processes, enhancing collaboration, and accelerating software release cycles. As part of the team, you will contribute to the development and operational environments of a large-scale program that supports a critical national asset, ensuring its reliability and innovation in line with mission objectives.

Note This position will be filled onsite at the RTX Facility in Aurora CO.

What You Will Do

• Platform Development and Optimization: You will Contribute to the architecture, design, integration, and support of platform and infrastructure environments across build, integration & test, and production stages. Focus on ensuring these environments are optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability within cloud-based ecosystems
• Best Practices and Automation: You will Utilize industry and company best practices to enhance scalability, consistency, and infrastructure efficiency, while reducing deployment time and automating configuration management processes
• Cross-Team Collaboration: You will Work closely with software engineers, data scientists, and other agile development teams to design and implement resilient and scalable platform solutions
• Security and Compliance Integration: You will Embed security and compliance measures into the platform, including services like encryption and access management
• Operational Support: you will Provide ongoing operational support to maintain the stability, functionality, and performance of the platform

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires BS/BA Degree in Science, Technology Engineering Math (STEM) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Physics and a minimum 10 years of related work experience
• Experience in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of RedHat Linux operating systems
• Experience with automation frameworks such as Terraform, Ansible, and Chef to streamline infrastructure deployment and management
• Experience programming or scripting languages such as Python and Bash for automation, configuration, and system operations
• Active and Current TS/SCI with CI Poly security clearance is required on day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience designing, implementing, and integrating cloud-based systems on infrastructure platforms like AWS

• Experience in analyzing performance and troubleshooting applications and infrastructure services on Linux-based operating systems
• Strong infrastructure background managing and troubleshooting servers, networks, storage, and virtualization technologies
• DevSecOps Framework: Proficiency in developing, testing, and delivering applications within a DevSecOps framework
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, including designing, deploying, and securing cloud services
• AWS Services Proficiency: Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, EKS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, and VPC, with a focus on secure and scalable deployments
• Proficiency in designing, implementing, and integrating platform infrastructure services using containerization technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and/or Podman
• Hands-on experience in deploying, configuring, and supporting CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Artifactory, GitLab and Helm
• Familiarity with security scanning tools like Nessus COTS/FOSS Products: Experience in installation, configuration, and integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) products
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification: Must meet Department of Defense 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II requirements, such as holding a Security+ CE or equivalent certification.
   

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 Eligibility

 

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role
• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Location: Aurora, CO: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-aurora-co-location

• We are RTX

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.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

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. 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.

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.

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