Network Engineer (Onsite) (Clearance)

Date Posted: 2026-03-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461 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: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Collins Aerospace is looking for a Network Engineer to join their team! The Network Engineer will be responsible for performing network support and system troubleshooting to maintain the integrity and availability of our systems. This position involves hands-on administration, implementation, and troubleshooting of enterprise network systems. This is an onsite position in Richardson, TX What YOU will do: Provide advanced knowledge in support of (software/firmware/hardware) LAN/WAN components including routers, switches, firewalls (Cisco/Palo Alto). Monitor, analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize network system performance, proactively identifying and quickly resolving service impacting issues. Review system vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance with recognized industry standards and best practices. Drive and/or participate in projects in support of installation and/or improvement to voice, video, and network infrastructure. Produce, update, and generally improve technical documentation to support security requirements and operational support of systems. Propose to management and configure network solutions, meeting all communications requirements based on future needs, current usage, cost savings, and availability. Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for network infrastructure. Assist with coordination of third-party maintenance and procurement for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support. Assist in the overall performance and capability of technical teams through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing. Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed. Willingness and availability to travel to local and other U.S domestic sites approximately 30% of time. Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures. What YOU will learn: Apply Network Engineering expertise to facility moves, new construction buildings, supporting classified programs in multiple locations across Raytheon. Advanced knowledge of industry leading network products and Network Design/Architecture for all programs. Qualifications YOU Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience. Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret DOD security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 5+ years as a Network Engineer. Qualifications We Prefer: Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret DOD security clearance is required prior to start date. Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) level certification within a year. Advanced knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and authentication servers. Experience with platforms such as Cisco ISE, Cisco Call Manager, NTP servers, General Dynamics GemOne, and SolarWinds. Experience configuring, updating, and troubleshooting encryption devices and intrusion detection systems. Experience with classified computing, NIST and other Security doctrine, STIG compliance, and network refreshes. Experience with project management, team leadership, and personnel development. Ability to solve complex problems with limited supervision. Working knowledge of network security and infrastructure best practices. What We Offer: Some of our competitive benefits packages include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option. Tuition reimbursement program. Student Loan Repayment Program. Life insurance and disability coverage. Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits. Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning. Adoption Assistance. Autism Benefit. Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions. Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program. Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits. Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services. Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program. And more! Learn More & Apply Now! Do you want to be part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies? Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there's no better place to be right now than in digital. If you're an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you're a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today! WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. Please consider the following role type definitions 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. Regardless 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. At 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. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. 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 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. 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. 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Created: 2026-03-13