Contract Jobs in Austin, TX

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Service Center Technical Support (SCTS)

Company: GE Vernova

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

The GEV PSE (SCTS) role involves on-location technical support for the GEV Services Engineering team. Key responsibilities include reviewing non-serviceable reports, precision measurement of components, reporting leading indicators, and routing material. The role requires Aeroderivative technical expertise, people interaction, and high levels of evaluative judgment. Essential functions include disposition and justification of NSRs, participation in investigations, and support for pipeline development. Basic qualifications include a BS degree in engineering or equivalent experience, and 1 year of gas turbine technology experience. Desired characteristics include experience with analytics, familiarity with technical documents, and strong communication skills.

Sales Manager

Company: Placemakr

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Placemakr is a company that offers a unique experience by combining apartment living, vacation rentals, and hotel stays. They are looking for collaborative and driven individuals to join their team as they expand their presence across the US.

Associate Director, Manufacturing Operations (Onsite)

Company: RTX

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a Site Operations Associate Director for an onsite role in Richardson, TX. The position involves ensuring a safe work environment, overseeing quality tasks, leading cost reduction initiatives, managing scheduling, resolving material planning issues, and collaborating with customers. The ideal candidate should have a university degree or advanced degree with relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Preferred qualifications include strong analytical skills, continuous improvement background, and experience with SAP/PRISM, Rapid Development Tools, and government contracting. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range of $143,000 - $287,000 USD.

Hardware Maintainer

Company: RTX

Location: El Paso, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

The Contract Logistic Support (CLS) Program is seeking an AN/TPY-2 Hardware Maintainer for the THAAD CLS Program. The role involves planning and executing hardware maintenance, supporting THAAD teams in maintenance planning and hands-on hardware maintenance at Ft Bliss, Texas. The Hardware Maintainer will provide maintenance support for the THAAD system, assist in in-maintenance planning, and may travel for deployed assignments both CONUS and OCONUS. The position requires completion of the AN/TPY-2 Core Conduct course, US Army THAAD experience, or successful completion of Raytheon Skill Bridge Program. Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required. RTX Corporation offers a robust total rewards package, including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits.

District Manager

Company: Aramark

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

The District Manager role at Aramark involves leading multiple accounts or units, generating $12-30M+ in revenue, and focusing on growth, cost, and productivity. Key responsibilities include executing the General Management program, managing people, and delivering financial commitments. Success is measured by Revenue Growth, EBIT, Margin, Consumer Satisfaction, Client Loyalty, and Employee Engagement. The role requires strong leadership, client relationship management, financial performance, productivity, and compliance skills. Proven leadership experience, typically 5-10 years, is required, along with a Bachelor's degree and preferably an advanced degree in business or related field.

Maintenance Tech Support - 1st Shift

Company: RTX

Location: Allen, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Raytheon is seeking a Maintenance Tech Support for their Advanced Product Center Operations Department in McKinney, TX. The role involves repair, maintenance, and calibration of SMT/Semi-Conductor assembly equipment. The candidate must have 6 years of relevant experience, strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team. U.S. citizenship is required due to security clearance needs. Raytheon values trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation, and offers competitive benefits and salary range of $44,000 - $102,000.

Maintenance Tech Support - 2nd Shift

Company: RTX

Location: Allen, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Raytheon is seeking a Maintenance Tech Support for their Advanced Product Center Operations Department in McKinney, TX. The role involves repair, maintenance, and calibration of SMT/Semi-Conductor assembly equipment. The candidate must have 6 years of relevant experience, strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team. U.S. citizenship is required due to security clearance needs. The position offers a competitive salary range of $44,000 - $102,000 USD, along with potential benefits and incentive compensation programs. Raytheon values trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation, and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Senior Technical Recruiter - Contract

Company: Stronghold Investment Management

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Stronghold Investment Management is a technology-driven investment manager seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to attract top technical talent. The company offers market-competitive compensation, company-recognized holidays, and Class A offices in prime locations.

Senior Systems Engineer (Automated Test Engineer)

Company: RTX

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for an Automation Test Engineer role in Richardson, Texas. The role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining a test automation strategy, analyzing current regression tests, and performing routine Integration, Verification, & Test tasks. Qualifications include a STEM degree, experience with Postgres and SQL databases, scripting languages, and DevSecOps environments. The company values trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation, and offers competitive benefits and salary range of $77,000 - $163,000.

Executive Catering Chef 3

Company: Sodexo

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an Executive Catering Chef 3 for a high-profile account in Dallas, TX. The role involves leading all culinary operations for catering, managing a team of 5 to 8 hourly employees, and being hands-on about 70% of the time. The ideal candidate should have experience in scratch cooking, menu planning, and ordering, with a strong artistic culinary flair and knowledge of current trends. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

HP Reimbursement Analyst

Company: Cook Children's Health Care System

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

The Systems Reimbursement Analyst at Cook Children's Health Plan is responsible for maintaining payment integrity through a claim recovery strategy, analyzing claims data for cost containment, and auditing provider contracts for proper configuration. The role involves supporting delegation processes, acting as a subject matter expert in interpreting requirements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory contracts. The Analyst must have extensive knowledge of claim payment methodologies and collaborate with various departments. The position requires a minimum of 2-3 years of healthcare industry experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office and SQL. Cook Children's Health Plan provides vital coverage to nearly 120,000 people in low-income families across six counties.

Senior Associate, Cloud Risk Management

Company: Santander US

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

The Senior Associate, Cloud Risk Management role in Dallas, USA involves monitoring activities to minimize the company's exposure to technology and information risk associated with cloud technologies. The role requires technical risk analysis, risk identification, and remediation. The individual will represent the company's reputation to minimize compliance and regulatory risk, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry good practice frameworks. The role involves collaboration across various functional stakeholders and requires an excellent understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape in the US and EU. Essential functions include establishing oneself as a subject matter expert on Cloud technology and security risk management, identifying and assessing technology and cybersecurity risks, participating in risk oversight of digital transformation initiatives, and performing review and challenge of first line of defense risk management processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for contract tech roles by seniority?
Junior Cloud Engineer: $50–$80 per hour. Mid‑level Cloud Engineer or Full‑Stack Developer: $80–$120 per hour. Senior Cloud Engineer, Lead Data Scientist, or Senior Cybersecurity Consultant: $120–$160+ per hour, depending on region and niche skill set.
What skills and certifications do contractors need to command top rates?
Cloud: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect. DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins. Data: Python, SQL, Pandas, Scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch. Cybersecurity: CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+. Proficiency in remote collaboration tools (Zoom, Slack, Teams) and version control (Git) is also essential.
Can contract roles be fully remote and what does that entail?
Yes, many contract positions are fully remote. Contractors must secure a reliable internet connection, set up VPNs or cloud access, and align with client time zones. Some clients require occasional on‑site visits for critical integrations, but most day‑to‑day work is done via screen sharing, Slack, and cloud IDEs.
How can contract work lead to long‑term career growth?
Contract work builds a measurable portfolio: deliverables, code repositories, client testimonials, and certifications. By consistently exceeding expectations, contractors can secure repeat engagements, transition to permanent roles, or establish a lucrative freelance consulting practice. Networking through project handovers and industry events also opens doors to higher‑pay senior contracts.
What industry trends are shaping contract tech talent demand?
AI/ML model deployment on edge devices, serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions), 5G edge computing, and zero‑trust security are driving demand for specialized contractors. Additionally, the rise of remote‑first agencies and digital marketplaces (Toptal, Upwork, Hired) amplifies competition, making up‑to‑date certifications and niche skill sets critical for staying ahead.

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