Principal Specialist, Cloud Engineer (REMOTE)
RTX · Hartford, CT
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $165,000 / year
- Hartford, CT
Job highlights
- Engineer cloud infrastructure on Azure and AWS.
- Deploy and manage Windows and Linux systems.
- Automate tasks using scripting technologies.
- Support 24x7 operations for critical applications.
- Collaborate in a distributed engineering team.
About the role
Principal Cloud Engineer
RTX Corporation is a leading Aerospace and Defense company providing advanced systems and services to global commercial, military, and government customers. With 185,000 employees, RTX operates at the forefront of scientific innovation, delivering solutions in areas like quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics, and cybersecurity. Formed in 2020, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
Role Overview
RTX Enterprise Services is seeking a Principal Specialist, Cloud Engineer to join their team. This role is crucial for enabling the Enterprise Services SIOP application suite through infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, and IT support. You will be involved in support, planning, defining best practices, and participating in collaborative meetings.
Key Responsibilities
As a Cloud Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software for Windows/Linux infrastructure in Azure & AWS cloud environments.
- Managing servers, logical and physical storage, cross-platform authentication, and access control.
- Configuring software and licenses.
- Working with a small team on cloud projects and system support, delivering practical solutions to complex problems.
- Designing and supporting new and existing cloud application infrastructure, overseeing cloud operations, and designing infrastructure for new workloads.
- Continuously improving and maturing cloud services.
- Providing IT systems administration in heterogeneous RedHat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows environments, working in both cloud (Azure & AWS) and on-premise environments.
- Creating and maintaining system documentation, including best practices, procedures, and policies.
- Working effectively in a geographically distributed team, engaging in multiple initiatives simultaneously, and working independently with users to define concepts.
- Supporting systems that operate 24x7, occasionally requiring work outside standard hours.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Azure and AWS environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of experience deploying and managing cloud-based solutions on Azure and/or AWS.
- Expertise in administering both Windows and Linux server operating systems.
- Robust understanding of computers, networks, servers, storage, and databases.
- Experience in server architecture and troubleshooting methodologies.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Qualifications We Prefer
- Ability to develop solutions and document technical issues.
- Proficiency with technologies like Active Directory, WSUS, and VMware.
- Prior experience in systems and networking administration beyond basic account maintenance.
- Strong scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform/HCL) for automation and optimization.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
- Microsoft Azure certification(s).
- Knowledge of SIOP Rapid Response.
- Ability to support 24x7 operations beyond standard work hours.
Work Location & Arrangement
This position is designated as remote and requires the successful candidate to work from one of the 50 U.S. states. While primarily remote, occasional travel to a site location may be required. This is a U.S.-based role.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $86,800 - $165,200 USD. RTX offers a robust total rewards package, including competitive compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits. Additional benefits include parental leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary by business unit. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation programs.
Key skills/competency
- Cloud Engineering
- Azure
- AWS
- System Administration
- Infrastructure Provisioning
- Application Deployment
- Windows Server
- Linux Server
- Scripting (PowerShell, Terraform)
- IT Support
Skills & topics
- Cloud Engineer
- Principal Engineer
- RTX
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Azure
- AWS
- Cloud Computing
- System Administration
- Infrastructure
- Remote
- US Citizen
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of Azure/AWS experience, Windows/Linux administration, and relevant certifications for this Principal Cloud Engineer role.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your expertise in infrastructure provisioning, application deployment, scripting (PowerShell, Terraform), and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Demonstrate collaborative ability: Provide examples of working effectively in distributed teams and supporting 24x7 operations.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss cloud architecture, system administration scenarios, and problem-solving approaches for complex cloud challenges.
- Understand RTX's mission: Research RTX's role in aerospace and defense and how your cloud engineering skills contribute to their advanced systems.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific cloud platforms are used for this Principal Cloud Engineer role at RTX?
- This Principal Cloud Engineer position at RTX focuses on managing and provisioning infrastructure within both Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments.
- Does this Principal Cloud Engineer job require on-site work at RTX?
- No, this Principal Cloud Engineer role is designated as remote. However, you must reside in one of the 50 U.S. states, and occasional travel to a site location may be required.
- What are the minimum technical qualifications for the Principal Cloud Engineer position at RTX?
- You need at least 5 years of experience with Azure and AWS, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in a technical field, and expertise in administering both Windows and Linux server operating systems.
- Are scripting skills important for the Principal Cloud Engineer role at RTX?
- Yes, strong scripting skills, particularly in PowerShell and Terraform/HCL, are preferred for automating tasks and optimizing Azure infrastructure management and deployment processes for this role.
- What is the salary range for the Principal Cloud Engineer position at RTX?
- The estimated salary range for this Principal Cloud Engineer position at RTX is between $86,800 and $165,200 USD annually, depending on experience and other factors.
- Is U.S. citizenship a requirement for the Principal Cloud Engineer job at RTX?
- Yes, U.S. citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this Principal Cloud Engineer role at RTX due to the need to access classified information under certain programs/contracts.
- What kind of IT support will a Principal Cloud Engineer provide at RTX?
- As a Principal Cloud Engineer at RTX, you will provide IT systems administration for Windows/Linux environments in the cloud and on-premise, including server, storage, and access management for the SIOP application suite.