Senior Principal HPC Administrator (High Performance Computing) Northeast US locations, Hybrid

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3 Locations
In-Office
108K-205K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Senior Principal HPC Administrator will serve as the primary HPC SME for Northeast locations, administering heterogeneous Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux HPC systems. Responsibilities include hardware and OS-level troubleshooting, OS tuning, scheduling and monitoring (SLURM, Ganglia, Prometheus/Grafana), automation (Ansible, scripting), security hardening, documentation, mentoring, and working with cybersecurity to maintain compliance. Occasional domestic travel and hybrid onsite work required.
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Date Posted:

2026-06-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AR2 ~ 362 Lowell St ~ AR2 PLYMOUTH BLDG

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after day 1

Senior Principal HPC Administrator - High Performance Computing

Manager, Information Workplace Services - P4

Raytheon Digital Technology - Classified Information Services

Northeast US locations (3 options) - Hybrid role

At 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. 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

This High-Performance Computing (HPC) senior principal candidate will provide Raytheon Digital Technology High Performance Computing Administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment. This candidate will understand Windows Server internals, hardware troubleshooting and knowledge of Linux administration. 

This position is a hybrid role in our Andover, MA, Tewksbury, MA, or Woburn, MA locations. Travel to other Domestic US Locations will be required (Occasional)  Relocation support will be provided to the selected applicant if they meet company policy eligibility requirements. The person will be the primary HPC SME for the Northeast locations for Raytheon and will need to work independently and provide direct HPC expertise for the various program areas where they have HPC systems.

What You Will Learn:

Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment. 
Help develop and implement new technologies based upon industry best practices. 
Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems at a high scope and complexity to include the integration, maintenance and troubleshooting of High-Performance Computing hardware, software, and operating systems (OS).
Understanding software tools, automated scripts, batch schedulers, hardware, and system-level troubleshooting, to lead and support the engineering community.
Perform OS tuning to maximize system performance on high performance computing systems.  Work across DT functions to standardize processes and procedures. 
Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security compliance requirements. 
Provide documentation and training on advanced DT HPC processes and procedures. Be a mentor to junior team members.

Must be able to obtain required Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification and an Operating System Certification) within 6 months of hire date.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years' experience
Must be able to obtain a (DoD) secret security clearance.  U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Experience in Windows and Linux Server Environments including directory services management, and system hardening
Experience maintaining a medium sized Microsoft Windows Server environment
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux
 

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience with High Performance Computing scheduling and monitoring tools as well as hardware troubleshooting

High Performance Computing (HPC) experience in a Linux environment.
Experience in Project Leadership, Management, or Project management in a DT domain Basic to advance scripting experience.
An active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
Advanced hands-on experience with Windows and Linux security hardening, systems integration, advanced troubleshooting, and authentication service integration.
Red Hat Certified System Administrator or Red Hat Certified Engineer
Knowledge of file system architecture
Cloud certified to include experience with HPC Cloud management
Experience with Ansible and automation
IPMI, iLO, and/or iDRAC Administration
Advanced knowledge of High-Performance Computing scheduling and monitoring tools such as SLURM, Ganglia, Promethius and Grafana

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 Eligibility - Eligible for selected applicant according to company policy requirements.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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. 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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Skills Required

  • University degree or equivalent experience with minimum 8 years relevant experience (or advanced degree with minimum 5 years)
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance (active and existing required after day 1)
  • U.S. citizenship (required for clearance eligibility)
  • Experience in Windows and Linux server environments including directory services management and system hardening
  • Experience maintaining a medium-sized Microsoft Windows Server environment
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration
  • Must obtain DoDD 8140/8570 certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent and an Operating System Certification) within 6 months of hire
  • High-performance computing administration and system-level troubleshooting in heterogeneous OS environments
  • Ability to travel domestically occasionally and work hybrid at specified MA locations
  • Experience with HPC scheduling/monitoring tools, hardware troubleshooting, scripting, and automation (listed as preferred but relevant)
  • Experience with SLURM, Ganglia, Prometheus, Grafana
  • Experience with Ansible and automation
  • Experience with IPMI, iLO, and/or iDRAC administration
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator or Red Hat Certified Engineer
  • Cloud certification and experience with HPC Cloud management
  • Knowledge of file system architecture
  • Project leadership, management, or project management experience
  • Advanced hands-on experience with Windows and Linux security hardening and authentication service integration
  • An active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance (listed as a preference separate from required active Secret)

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) programs are described with employer matching and, in many cases, an additional company retirement contribution, with a student‑loan repayment feature that can substitute for the match in eligible situations. Plan materials also reference automatic enrollment and other structural supports that strengthen long‑term savings.
  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside wellness tools and incentives. HSA‑eligible options with company contributions are also referenced on careers and benefits pages.
  • Parental & Family Support Program descriptions point to paid parental leave, backup childcare resources, and family supports such as birth/adoption benefits and an Autism Benefit (availability varies by unit and location). Dependent and elder‑care resources are also noted.

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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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