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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** FOREST, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), Visual Systems, Scripting - **Published:** June 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-MS-FOREST-425--19859-Hwy-80--BLDG-425/Sr-Automation-Systems-Engineer--III_01824123 ## About the Role 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, * Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. * The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. * Experience with industrial robots and programing PLC's. * Experience with industrial vision systems. * Experience with automation sustainment and troubleshooting, including knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics. * Experience with automation cell lifecycle: scoping requirements and deploying new cells Qualifications We Prefer * Active DOD Secret Clearance. * Experience with deploying complex IIOT based systems. * Experience with Cognex and/or Keyence vision systems. * Professional experience with the full life-cycle deployment and integration of automation systems (vision, robotics, servo, controls, etc.). * Ignition development experience. * Python or other scripting experience. * Data analysis experience. * Strong communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Good knowledge of safety regulations (e.g. OSHA) and electrical compliances. * Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred). ## Description * Collaborate with program and factory customers to identify, develop, and define manufacturing automation and digital solutions. * Support early 'New Product Introduction' activities including Design for Manufacturing engagements to shape Raytheon products and * automation solutions. * Continuous improvement, upgrades, and sustainment of deployed automation systems using core Automation skills including PLC programming, Robotics programming, Vision programming, HMI programming, SCADA development and controls upgrades. * Collaborate with the factory to identify, development, and deploy process automation systems and digital solutions. * Provide technical leadership through early project phases (ideation through project definition) and continued technical guidance after transition to the project execution team. * Exposure and input to full I4.0 project lifecycle- from requirements generation to technical project management to execution & sustainment of automation projects. ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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