Principal Linux Administrator - PLM Applications/Windchill - Top Secret Clearance Required

Date Posted:

2026-02-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

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:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 Raytheon Product Data Management (PDM) team delivers high-quality data management systems that support the entire product lifecycle, from initial design to manufacturing and field support. As a critical part of this ecosystem, the team ensures the seamless operation of PDM tools, which are integral to Raytheon’s mission.

The Digital Technologies (DT) Engineering Digital Solutions (EDS) group is seeking a motivated Business Systems & Transformation Technologist (Principal Specialist) to serve as a Windchill Application Administrator for a PDM/PLM system. This role focuses on implementing, enhancing, and maintaining PDM solutions for classified programs in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

In this position, you will provide onsite server-side and end-user support for multiple active PDM tool deployments, addressing issues and ensuring reliable operation. Success in the role requires strong collaboration with stakeholders across distributed teams, functional groups, and Programs at various stages of development. You will engage with subject matter experts in digital technology, engineering, configuration management, and data management to drive effective solutions.

This is a first-shift position based onsite at Raytheon locations across the greater North Dallas, TX area, with occasional travel requirements.

What You Will Do

• Respond to help-desk tickets and project-driven tasks for existing production areas. Perform sustainment, deployment, minor patching, and major upgrades for applications such as Apache web server, Red Hat Linux operating system, Oracle database, and PDM tools.

• Deploy the PDM tool-suite for new production areas and conduct acceptance testing for new versions of the tool-suite.

• Author, update, and follow technical documentation to standardize processes and ensure successful task execution.

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues using strong problem-solving skills, while identifying opportunities for process improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity, system administrators, program management, and engineers, to ensure effective and timely deployment of the PDM tool-suite.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

• Hands-on experience with Linux/Unix commands, operations, and administration.

• Enterprise Red Hat Linux (RHEL): Specific experience with RHEL, including installation, configuration, patch management, and troubleshooting, as it's commonly used in enterprise environments.

• Shell Scripting: Experience writing and debugging scripts (e.g., Bash, Perl, Python) to automate system tasks, streamline deployments, and improve operational efficiency.

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience deploying, upgrading, or managing PTC Windchill and related tools.

• Experience with technologies such as Oracle database, Apache web server, CAD tools (e.g., Creo Parametric), and Agile processes (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, SAFe, Kanban).

• Aerospace and Defense industry experience and knowledge of Raytheon security protocols, Common PDM tools, and classified area processes.

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 Eligible - Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

#LI-Onsite

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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