Date Posted:

2026-03-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Position Overview:

This Senior Manager, Platform Engineer serves as a strategic technical leader responsible for defining and executing the enterprise AI/ML platform vision across RTX. This role drives the integration and delivery of production-grade artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced data capabilities at scale, enabling mission-critical innovation across the organization.

Operating at the intersection of engineering execution and business strategy, this leader owns the end-to-end architecture, delivery, and operationalization of scalable, cloud-native AI solutions—including generative AI, LLM platforms, MLOps, and intelligent automation frameworks. The position balances long-term platform strategy with near-term program execution while building and leading high-performing engineering talent.

This role partners closely with executive leadership, product and program management, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and domain experts to ensure enterprise AI capabilities are secure, compliant, scalable, and aligned to RTX’s strategic priorities.

What You Will Do

• Define and execute the enterprise AI/ML platform strategy, delivering scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions aligned to RTX’s mission and business priorities.
• Lead the end-to-end architecture, integration, and production deployment of advanced AI capabilities, including generative AI, LLMs, and MLOps frameworks.
• Serve as the senior technical authority, ensuring engineering excellence, governance, reliability, and compliance across platforms.
• Partner cross-functionally with product, program, cybersecurity, and business leaders to drive enterprise adoption and measurable impact.
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing engineering talent while establishing best practices for CI/CD, DevSecOps, and operational sustainability.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with 7+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in data science, machine learning, or AI engineering, including production deployment.
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience leading engineering teams or large-scale programs.
• Deep expertise in software development lifecycle practices, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, and production-grade Python-based systems.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven experience defining and scaling enterprise AI/ML platforms in AWS and/or Azure environments.
• Experience building and governing systems leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI capabilities.
• Strong understanding of secure cloud architecture, data governance, and compliance in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-organizational alignment.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, data science, and product domains.
• Familiarity with SQL, RESTful APIs, Node.js, automated testing frameworks, and distributed system design.

Work Location: REMOTE

Please Consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

• This position is currently designated as remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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