Associate Director, AI Software Security Engineer

Raytheon; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

Raytheon Software Engineering Team is seeking an experienced Associate Director- AI Software Security Engineer to drive applied AI innovation in classified and unclassified environments. You will lead hands-on development, secure AI deployment, and transition prototypes into reliable programs that deliver real business value.

The role requires a STEM degree with 12+ years of experience, deep knowledge of AI/ML, and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• STEM degree with extensive relevant experience.
• Experience deploying AI systems and working with Large Language Models.
• Experience implementing secure MLOps/DevSecOps pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and deploy AI/ML models, especially LLMs and advanced architecture.
• Build, harden, and operate secure AI pipelines across cloud, tactical, and embedded platforms.
• Transition prototypes into reliable operational capabilities.
• Provide AI development best practices, training, and organizational enablement.
• Collaborate across engineering, research, leadership, and customers.
• Evaluate new technologies for secure AI including lifecycle management and compliance.
• Support proposals, business development, and technical communication.

Skills

AI/ML deployment

LLMs

MLOps/DevSecOps

Python

Security clearance TS/SCI

Cloud platforms

Education

STEM degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Location

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WM ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING M BLDG

Date Posted

2026-08-27

Country

United States of America

Location

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WM ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING M BLDG

Position Role Type

Onsite

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: TS/SCI

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Raytheon Software Engineering Team is seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Associate Director- AI Software Security Engineer to drive applied AI innovation across classified and unclassified environments. This individual will directly contribute to hands-on development, organizational enablement, secure deployment of AI/Machine Learning (ML) capabilities, and advanced research transition. The ideal candidate is not a theorist but a proven executor who delivers real capability into programs and generates business value.

What You Will Do

• Integrate and deploy AI/ML models, especially Large Language Models (LLMs) and advanced architecture
• Build, harden, and operate secure AI pipelines across cloud, tactical, and embedded platforms
• Transition prototypes into reliable operational capabilities
• Provide AI development best practices, training, and organizational enablement
• Collaborate across engineering, research, leadership, and customers
• Evaluate new technologies for secure AI including lifecycle management and compliance
• Support proposals, business development, and technical communication

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires STEM degree with minimum 12 years’ relevant experience
• Experience deploying AI system
• Experience working with Large Language Models and advanced machine learning architectures
• Experience implementing secure MLOps and DevSecOps pipelines
• Hands-on experience across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and embedded environments
• Experience with Python and modern machine learning frameworks. Experience leading workstreams
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued TS/SCI security clearance after day 1. U.S. Citizenship is required as only US Citizens can acquire clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with classified program execution
• Experience leading workstreams
• Embedded AI optimization experience
• Integration of AI into legacy and multi-domain systems
• Knowledge of AI assurance, safety, and secure deployment standards
• Active U.S. Government issued TS/SCI security clearance

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

This position requires security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Location

McKinney, TX, Tucson, AZ Tewksbury, MA

• We Are RTX

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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