Prin. Software Platform Engr

Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17

 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: Secret - Current

 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. 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. This role is an onsite role in Richardson, Texas, however highly qualified individuals may be considered for a hybrid situation.

Design and automate deployment and integration of applications onto a common platform and infrastructure using modern DevSecOps and automation practices. Lead and mentor engineers as needed, providing technical guidance and support under the direction of team leadership. Develop, implement, and troubleshoot DIPN deployment automations while integrating both familiar and unfamiliar technologies into cohesive, orchestrated solutions. Analyze gaps in technology solutions and develop approaches to close them, ensuring alignment with team direction, scope, and architectural guidance. Create, automate, and refine installation, integration, and test procedures. Document processes clearly and demonstrate completed work to a variety of audiences. Participate fully in team Agile ceremonies, including daily scrum, Sprint planning, Program Increment planning, and retrospectives while helping teammates succeed in their tasking. Travel up to 10% What You Will Learn Deep hands-on experience with advanced DevSecOps, GitOps, and infrastructure automation technologies at scale, including Rancher, ArgoCD, FluxCD, Terraform, Terragrunt, and HashiCorp Enterprise platforms. How to design and maintain resilient, containerized platform environments such as RKE2 and automate desired‑state system management using Ansible, Bash, or Python. Advanced techniques for automating system integrations using container technologies like Docker, Podman, and Compose-based workflows, along with IaC-driven server and OS deployments. How to work across complex Linux, virtualization, and network ecosystems including VMWare, KVM, Nginx, Vault, CoreDNS, dnsmasq, Artifactory, DNS services, and host-level network configuration. Strategies for troubleshooting and orchestrating large, multi-technology solutions in high‑compliance environments requiring precision, clarity, and robust documentation.

8+ years of hands-on experience establishing and expanding DevSecOps (6 frameworks using Rancher, ArgoCD, and FluxCD for GitOps at scale. Deep technical expertise with Helm for package management and maintaining large-scale, containerized PaaS environments (e.g., RKE2). Proficiency in modular infrastructure automation using Terraform and Terragrunt, including state management and CI/CD pipeline integration. Professional experience deploying and managing HashiCorp Enterprise solutions in production-grade or high-compliance settings. Strong background in enforcing desired-state