Senior Platform Engineer Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

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:

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.

At Raytheon Technologies (RTX), we are dedicated to solving tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure solutions that support mission-critical systems. You will contribute to both traditional infrastructure design and emerging DevOps/DevSecOps technologies, ensuring the seamless integration of modernized system architectures.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise to improve system performance, drive automation, and support technical exchange meetings to deliver innovative solutions. Your work will directly impact the success of our programs, enabling us to support our nation’s defense and security objectives.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and maintain Linux-based infrastructure solutions, including compute, storage, and networking systems
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Python, Java, Perl, Ruby, or Tcl/Tk to streamline system operations and deployments
• Manage and maintain the COTS stack, ensuring consistent versioning across the platform
• Utilize markup languages (YML, XML, JSON) and automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, and Bitbucket to enhance system functionality
• Support software deployment and integration processes to meet program requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system design and architecture using emerging technologies
• Participate in Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and provide project status updates as required
• Ensure compliance with security requirements and standards while supporting system upgrades and updates

 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Experience with Linux operating systems and Linux-based tools
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Java, Perl, Ruby, or Tcl/Tk
• Experience with markup languages, including YML, XML, and JSON
• Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, and Bitbucket
• Experience using the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Ability to obtain and maintain a 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 We Prefer

• Familiarity with container orchestration tools, including Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, Helm, and Rancher
• Knowledge of Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
• Experience with IT Service Management tools such as ServiceNow and Atlassian (Jira, Confluence)
• Understanding of Agile project management and Scrum methodology
• Background in systems operations or engineering, supporting large, complex IT environments

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

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• 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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