Principal Platform / Cloud Architect (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2025-08-29
Country:
United States of America
Location:
CO102: 16800 E Centretech Pkwy,Aurora 16800 East Centretech Pkwy Building S75, Aurora, CO, 80011 USA
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:
TS/SCI without Polygraph

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.

The Platform Engineering group is seeking a Principal Platform / Cloud Architect to ensure the successful delivery of a Private Cloud Infrastructure for one of our premier programs on site at our Aurora Colorado Campus Location.

As the Principal Platform / Cloud Architect, you will be supporting the program as a Sr. technical contributor within a multi-disciplined team through our system modernization efforts to address cloud resource optimization, focusing on the program's cost model savings initiative. Additionally, in this role you will serve as a member of the Architecture team working closely with Program and Customer Management teams to streamline schedules, Monitor ICITE efficiencies, create and review related design documentation for the program.

What You Will Do

• You will leverage company and industry best practices and capabilities to assist with deployment, implementation, modernization, and support of DevOps solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally, building, and refining solutions that align with tech standards, timelines, and budgets.
• Investigate and present technological solutions to improve performance.
• Design and implement automation and orchestration solutions.
• Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement of existing solutions.
• You will provide Technical Optimization of the system through:
• Identifying and facilitating execution of cost-savings opportunities through resource optimization, instance sizing, and computer savings plans
• Establish and document best practices / cost optimization
• Collaboration with component architects and chief architects to design cost-efficient solutions
• Interface with program leadership on cost optimization strategies
• Act as a Liaison to AWS TAMs to facilitate AWS support

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and ten (10) years of systems engineering experience
• Deep understanding of cloud technologies and services: Familiarity AWS
• Cloud Architecture and Design: Experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions, including network architecture, security, and high availability
• Communication and collaboration skills: Ability to work effectively with stakeholders and explain complex technical concepts
• Current issued TS/SCI clearance is required day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Cloud Management and Monitoring: Experience in managing and monitoring cloud environments, including resource utilization, performance, and security
• Cloud Security and Compliance: Knowledge of security best practices and compliance regulations
• Experience with DevOps practices: Understanding of automation, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps principles
• Experience with cloud migration: Knowledge of migrating applications and data to the cloud
• Experience with containerization and orchestration: Familiarity with technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with database administration: Knowledge of database systems and their deployment in the cloud
• Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or other scripting languages
• Requires current CompTIA Sec+ (or equivalent) Certification within 90 days of onboarding. MBSE Experience

• Problem-solving and analytical skills: Ability to troubleshoot issues and optimize cloud solutions

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

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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