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U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance\n\nSecurity Clearance Type:\nDoD Clearance: Secret\n\nSecurity Clearance Status:\nActive and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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.\nCollins 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.\n**This position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA. Relocation assistance is available if needed**\nWhat YOU will do:\nYou will be a subject matter expert (SME) on the team in multiple technologies, including: Virtualization (VCF, Horizon, VSAN)o Servers (Windows OS and ESXi)o Clients (Windows 11, RHEL, ubuntu)o Configuration Management (PDQ, SCCM/MECM)o Scripting (Powershell, Bash, Ansible)o Networking (Virtual Networking / VCF)o Storage (VSAN, Synology,NetApp)o Backup (VEEM, Backup Exec)o Observability (Solar Winds).\nYou will regularly work with other members of the organization as part of a cross functional team and/or leads cross-functional initiatives. \nYou will build strong relationships with customers and peers. \nYou will develop derived technical and security requirements. Ensures use cases, user profiles, workflow, and requirements are accurate and complete. \nYou will assist in developing budgets for enterprise projects in the following areas: Infrastructure &Labor\nYou will create solution matrices w/ cost & schedule based on the project requirements. \nYou will work to review and define technology standards. \nYou will serve as focal point for escalations. \nYou will lead development and/or improvement of internal processes (LEAN/ACE/CORE) \nYou will be a key focal contact for a med/large infrastructure teams on the initiatives they are assigned.\nYou will provide SME support for the Tier1 and Tier2 infrastructure teams.\nYou will Support basic and complex Linux use cases.\nWhat YOU will Learn:\nYou will foster relationships with your DT peers across the domestic US.\nYou will learn and practice product ownership to maximize the value of what DT Program Work Environments provide in regard to sustainment efforts and enterprise projects.\nYou will learn how to communicate effectively to Engineering leadership.\nYou will learn how to stride with little instruction from leadership and to delegate to peers when appropriate. \nYou will learn how to provide ROI based on project performance.\nYou will be asked to coach your peers based on their technical development plans.\nYou will learn how to apply your knowledge and personal skills to shape projects that have a loose set of requirements.\nQualifications you must have:\nTypically, a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.\nU.S. Citizen - 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\nExperience supporting technology in a professional environment, secure environment experience preferred: Virtualization Technologies Training (VMWare, VDI, WMS, Horizon, VCF9 etc.) & Compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53) \nIAT Level II certification (ex. Sec+)\nActive Clearance is required.\nSkills We Value:\nTechnology certifications (ISSE, VMWare, RHCSA, Linux+, Omnissa, etc.)\nSecurity certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)\nGovt. Security Clearance (Collateral / Secret)\nWhat We Offer:\nSome of our competitive benefits packages include:\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance.\nThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.\nGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.\nTuition reimbursement program.\nStudent Loan Repayment Program.\nLife insurance and disability coverage.\nOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.\nBirth, adoption, parental leave benefits.\nOvia Health, fertility, and family planning.\nAdoption Assistance. \nAutism Benefit.\nEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.\nHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.\nDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.\nBright Horizons, child, and elder care services.\nTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.\nAnd more! \nLearn More & Apply Now!\nDo you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.\nWE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.\n* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.\nOnsite: 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.\nRegardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.\nAt Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.\nApply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.\nAs 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.\nThe salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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. 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