Principal Specialist, Security - Tucson, AZ

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist, Security in Tucson to support the production security team for classified programs. The role requires active DoD Secret clearance and experience with NISPOM, JSIG, ICD-705, and security operations across multiple programs.

You will lead day-to-day security activities, coordinate with program management, cybersecurity, facilities and government representatives, and ensure compliance with government and RTX security requirements, including SAPs and personnel

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent with 5 years of security experience in industrial, DoD, or program security.
• Experience with DoD security requirements and government policies.
• Experience with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117) and DoDM 5205.07/5105.21, JSIG, ICD-705.
• Experience in security incidents, inspections, corrective actions, and SAPs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily security operations across Tucson facilities and programs.
• Ensure compliance with NISPOM, DoD directives, JSIG, ICD-705, and RTX policies.
• Provide guidance to security personnel and coordinate workload.
• Serve as security operations lead during the Security Manager's absence.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, cybersecurity, facilities, and government reps to resolve security issues.
• Support personnel security processing, SAP nominations, indoctrinations, debriefings, access management, and security databases.
• Support security incident reporting, risk assessments, and POA&Ms.
• Develop SOPs, JOIs, and processes to improve security compliance.
• Coordinate with ISSMs/ISSOs on JSIG requirements and controls.
• Travel between Tucson and other RTX sites as required.

Skills

Security program experience

NISPOM / 32 CFR Part 117

Security policy interpretation

Security inspections & incident”)

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-842 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 842

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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.

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

The Principal Specialist, Security will support the Tucson Production Program Security Team in the execution and oversight of security requirements supporting classified manufacturing, critical munitions production, and Special Access Programs (SAPs).

This position will provide day-to-day operational security support, assist with coordinating security activities across multiple programs, and ensure compliance with U.S. Government, contractual, and RTX security requirements.

The selected candidate will work closely with the Security Manager, exercising independent judgment, providing technical guidance to security personnel, and maintaining operational continuity during the manager’s absence within delegated authority.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to balance security compliance with production requirements in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Support the Security Manager in coordinating daily security operations across Tucson production facilities and assigned classified programs.
• Implement and maintain compliance with applicable security requirements, including 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), DoDM 5205.07, DoDM 5105.21, JSIG, ICD-705, and applicable government and RTX directives.
• Provide technical guidance and operational support to security personnel, assisting with workload coordination, training, and consistent execution of security procedures.
• Serve as the designated operational point of contact during the Security Manager’s absence, within delegated responsibilities and established authorities.
• Collaborate with program management, factory leadership, engineering, cybersecurity, facilities, and government representatives to resolve security concerns and support production objectives.
• Support personnel security processing, SAP nominations, indoctrinations, debriefings, access management, and maintenance of applicable government and RTX security databases.
• Assist with physical security requirements, facility inspections, accreditation activities, and security readiness in accordance with ICD-705 and applicable program requirements.
• Support security incident reporting, compliance reviews, risk assessments, corrective actions, and development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Job Operating Instructions (JOIs), and process improvements to enhance security compliance and operational efficiency.
• Support security requirements associated with classified hardware movement, manufacturing activities, facility modifications, and production access controls.
• Coordinate with ISSMs, ISSOs, and cybersecurity personnel on applicable JSIG requirements and security controls.
• Support executive visits, customer engagements, government inspections, and other mission-related security activities.
• Travel between Tucson-area Raytheon facilities and other U.S. locations as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience in industrial, physical, or program security; or an advanced degree and 3 years of related experience.
• Experience supporting classified DoD programs, interpreting contractual security requirements, and implementing government security policies and procedures.
• Experience working with NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), DoDM 5205.07, and applicable Special Program security requirements.
• Experience supporting personnel security, classified operations, security inspections, incident reporting, and corrective actions.
• Experience with Microsoft Products

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven ability to independently resolve complex security challenges, coordinate across functional organizations, and support operational priorities with minimal supervision.
• Extensive experience supporting SAPs, classified manufacturing, critical munitions production, or multi-program security operations.
• Advanced knowledge of DoDM 5105.21, JSIG, ICD-705, SAPNP, JADE, DISS, and DD Form 254 requirements.
• Experience with secure facility accreditation, classified hardware accountability, factory access controls, and government inspections.
• Demonstrated experience developing SOPs, Job Operating Instructions, POA&Ms, and security process improvements.
• Previous experience serving as a CPSO, CSSO, senior security specialist, technical lead, or alternate security representative.

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.
• This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.