RTX
aerospace and defense
SeniorSystemAdministrator
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“Senior System Administrator at RTX. Skills: Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, system administration. Provide IT systems administration support. Install, configure, and support software applications”
What You'll Achieve.
prevent security threats; secure the integrity of our systems; support IT infrastructures around the world; customer success
Industry & Context.
resolve moderate to complex technical issues
Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, Systems operate 24x7, may require occasional work outside standard business hours, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Active and transferable U. S. government issued Secret security clearance, U. S. citizenship, Experience working with Windows and/or Linux operating systems, Experience with Active Directory WSUS, Experience with VMware, Experience with MECM, Experience with Exchange, Experience with system administration, Experience with network administration, Experience with Windows or Linux server support, Experience with enterprise backup/recovery tools
Nice to Have
DoD 8140 / 8570 certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent), OS‑specific certifications, Experience supporting compliance activities such as NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DFARS, or DoD/RMF, Experience with Windows Server administration, Experience with data storage technologies, including NAS and SAN solutions, Experience working within an IT project lifecycle or structured process environment, Experience with VMware products such as vCenter, vSphere, and ESXi or other virtualization platforms, Experience supporting engineering teams working on software, simulation, or hardware development, Experience with Microsoft WSUS, MECM, Skype, SharePoint, and/or Exchange, Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) environments, Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or similar)
What You'll Do.
Provide IT systems administration support
and support software applications
Partner with Cybersecurity teams
Maintain system security requirements
Assist with documentation and training
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work as part of a collaborative team; Partner with Cybersecurity teams
Process & Methodology
IT project lifecycle, structured process environment
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-28 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-AZ-TUCSON-802 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 802 **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 worlds 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. 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. We are hiring for a Systems Administrator to join our Digital Technology (DT) team in Tucson, AZ. The DT organization ensures that Raytheon teammates across the globe are able to communicate, collaborate and innovate for customer success. We create leading-edge technology solutions to prevent security threats, secure the integrity of our systems and support IT infrastructures around the world. **What You Will Do:** * Provide IT systems administration support in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment. * Experience with Windows Server or Linux system
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