Network Architect

About the role

As a Network Architect, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, reliable, and scalable network infrastructures that support RTX's mission-critical aerospace and defense systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead network modernization initiatives, troubleshoot complex network and security issues, and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network architecture supporting enterprise and mission-critical systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design network solutions that meet business and security requirements.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to improve network efficiency and security.
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues to ensure system uptime and reliability.
• Lead network modernization initiatives and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with RTX policies and industry standards.
• Apply advanced networking and cybersecurity practices within highly regulated aerospace and defense environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with enterprise-level network hardware, such as Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and troubleshooting practices.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related technical field (preferred).
• Deep expertise in network architecture, design, and implementation.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, and OSPF, and network security standards.
• CCIE or equivalent advanced networking certification.
• Experience working in highly classified or mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with cloud networking solutions and hybrid network architectures.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, RMF, or CMMC.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

• Advanced networking concepts and technologies supporting aerospace and defense applications.
• Cybersecurity practices and protocols used to secure critical network infrastructures.
• Collaboration with cybersecurity, software engineering, and systems engineering teams.
• Best practices in network design and architecture within highly regulated environments.
• Exposure to RTX projects shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

Benefits

• Parental (including paternal) leave.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Achievement awards.
• Educational assistance.
• Child/adult backup care.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (subject to performance and business unit).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $132,400 USD – $251,600 USD.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role; employees work regularly both onsite and offsite, with the onsite ratio determined in partnership with your leader.