Principal Systems Engineer - Air Traffic Solutions (Onsite)

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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.

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Technology Engineer with extensive experience designing, deploying, and maintaining large‑scale, mission‑critical systems for government customers. Ideal candidates will have a background supporting Air Traffic Control (ATC) or other aviation‑related domains where reliability, security, and compliance are essential.

• Architect, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure for high‑availability government systems.
• Lead cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems to modern cloud platforms.
• Ensure systems meet stringent government security, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, security, and program teams to deliver resilient and compliant cloud solutions.
• Develop automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure‑as‑code solutions to support scalable deployments.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues across distributed cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Support program reviews, design sessions, and technical documentation for government stakeholders.

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• 8+ years of experience in cloud engineering or systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale government systems, preferably within FAA or other ATC-related programs.
• Expertise with one or more major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of containerization, orchestration, and microservices (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience implementing infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM).
• Proven ability to design highly available, fault-tolerant cloud architectures.

• Experience working directly in Air Traffic Control or aviation technology domains.
• Knowledge of NAS systems, FAA programs, or similar mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with real-time and safety-critical systems.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards applicable to government systems (FedRAMP, NIST).
• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar.

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

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.