Sr. Principal Network Architect

Date Posted:

2026-11-09



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-C17 ~ 1717 Cityline Dr ~ CITYLINE C17



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services team:

As a Sr. Principal Network Architect, you will lead enterprise-wide network architecture across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, edge, and secure-access environments, with a primary focus on RTX Classified Enterprise Network Architecture. You will establish strategic direction, architecture standards, and modernization roadmaps while driving secure, scalable, and compliant network solutions that support RTX's mission-critical services and enterprise transformation initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Lead enterprise network architecture across classified and unclassified environments, including on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and edge networks.
• Establish network architecture standards, reference designs, security patterns, and modernization roadmaps.
• Architect secure network solutions across LAN/WAN, data centers, cloud networking, Zero Trust, SDN, SD-WAN, and SASE/SSE.
• Partner with Cloud, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to align architecture with enterprise and security requirements.
• Drive network automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategies to improve provisioning and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, lead proofs of concept, and guide major network modernization initiatives.
• Influence enterprise technology decisions and provide architectural direction to executive and engineering stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree in a related technical discipline and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced networking certification, such as CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent.
• Deep expertise in enterprise networking, including routing/switching, LAN/WAN, data center networking, and cloud networking.
• Advanced knowledge of BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VPNs, and SDN.
• Experience designing secure network architectures, including Zero Trust, SD-WAN, and SASE/SSE.
• Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS cloud networking.
• Experience with network automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), APIs, and CI/CD.
• Experience developing enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and technology roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of secure-by-design principles and regulated-environment security requirements.
• TS Clearance Required

Qualifications We Prefer

• TOGAF and CSSIP certifications.
• Master's degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Advanced networking certifications, such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent.
• Cloud networking certifications for Azure, AWS, or equivalent platforms.
• Experience with SASE/SSE, SD-WAN, network security, and network management platforms.
• Experience architecting networks within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, telecommunications, or other regulated enterprise environments.
• Experience working with ITAR/EAR, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), NIST 800-171/53, DFARS, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and/or CMMC requirements.
• Experience leading technology innovation, proofs of concept, and emerging-technology initiatives.
• Experience with AI fabric networking, advanced data center fabrics, or edge networking.
• Experience supporting the Defense Industrial Base, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of War (DoW), and/or Intelligence Community environments.
• Proven experience serving as the lead architect for major enterprise network transformations or cloud connectivity initiatives.
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture modeling and repository tools, including architecture visualization capabilities.

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Work Location

This is a hybrid role, 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.

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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