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# Principal Engineering Tools Support- Will sponsor a clearance

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** McKinney, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Unix, Digital Technology, Linux System Administration, MATLAB, Software Tools, Software Engineering, DOORS (Software), Atlassian Tools, Creo, Jenkins, Artifactory
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9294365/principal-engineering-tools-support-will-sponsor-a-clearance

## About the Role

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

 * Experience supporting tools across engineering disciplines, including but not limited to Atlassian Suite, Jenkins, Coverity, Artifactory, MATLAB, DOORS, and Creo.
 * Experience troubleshooting and resolving engineering tool issues in Windows, Unix, and/or Linux environments.
 * Experience with process of software development.
 * Must be able to obtain transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

 * Experience with AGILE or SAFe methodologies.
 * System administration experience in Windows and/or Linux environments.
 * Communication and presentation skills with the ability to interface with senior engineering leaders and program management.
 * Experience collaborating with end users, analysts, and customers in dynamic, distributed team environments.
 * Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

## Description

* As a Principal Engineering Tools Support, based in McKinney, TX, you will play a key role in supporting and optimizing engineering tools across various disciplines, ensuring seamless operations and enabling teams to deliver innovative solutions.
 * You will work closely with engineers, program personnel, and digital technology teams to deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot critical engineering tools. Your contributions will directly impact the success of multiple programs.
 * Collaborate with engineers to implement and optimize engineering software solutions, supporting tool usage, adoption, and emerging technologies.
 * Manage the installation, configuration, and upgrade of engineering tools across various disciplines, including software, systems, mechanical, and electrical engineering.
 * Deploying engineering applications, ensuring proper installation, configuration, integration, and user acceptance.
 * Provide user support and troubleshoot complex engineering tool issues in Windows, Unix, and Linux environments.
 * Coordinate tool-related services with program personnel, engineering teams, and digital technology teams.
 * Tailor engineering tools to meet specific program needs and requirements.
 * Set and manage customer expectations while ensuring priorities and deadlines are met.
 * Support multiple programs within established schedule and cost constraints.
 * 100% onsite
 * Start date will be set when an interim clearance is issued.