Senior Principal System Security Engineer (Program (Anti-Tamper/Program Protection) P5 (Onsite)

Raytheon; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Security Engineer to support the implementation of security solutions in its products. This onsite position requires a Bachelor's degree in STEM and 10 years of experience in System Security Engineering or related fields. The role involves interacting with customers to define security requirements and ensuring compliance with U.S. government security protocols. A current U.S. Secret security clearance is required. Benefits include a comprehensive package and potential relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in STEM and 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in technical leadership.
• Experience in System Security Engineering, computer technology reverse engineering, anti-tamper, cybersecurity, or embedded security.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of SSE solutions into RTX products.
• Interact with customers to define SSE requirements.
• Develop plans and estimates, task execution, project tracking.

Job description

Location

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

Date Posted

2026-01-22

Position

Senior Principal Systems Security Engineer (Anti-Tamper/Program Protection) – P5 (Onsite)

Security Clearance Requirements

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required.

About the Company

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

What You Will Do

• Support implementation of SSE solutions into RTX products
• Interact with the customer to define SSE requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness
• Support developing plans and estimates, task execution, project tracking, reporting, and risk identification and mitigation plans
• Plan and guide SSE implementations in customer systems
• Consult and assist program line management with SSE architectures and issues
• Attack threat modeling / Critical Program Information Assessments
• Develop top-level system requirements, and flowing down requirements and implementation concepts to subsystems
• Validate secure configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, operating systems, applications, and other assets, using DoD approved scanning and assessment tools such as ACAS, STIG, SCAP Compliance Checker, and HBSS
• Perform Task Lead duties (e.g., task planning, product owner, scrum master)
• Ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls
• Support the development of bids and proposals
• Understanding, and compliance with, DoD technology release and export licensing policies

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 10 years of prior relevant experience
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required.
• Experience in technical leadership
• Experience in the field of System Security Engineering, computer technology reverse engineering, anti-tamper, cybersecurity, or embedded security
• Experience designing, implementing, testing, and fielding real-time embedded security-oriented solutions on Department of Defense (DoD) programs with secure systems technologies, methodologies, policies, and guidelines
• Experience generating security (cyber, anti-tamper, and/or program protection) requirements, design and architecture artifacts, plans, and/or policies

Qualifications We Prefer

• DoD Top Secret clearance with current SSBI within last 5 years desired
• Experience in design, development and fielding of SSE systems
• Software, Firmware, & Microelectronics Engineering, Cryptography and FPGA design
• Attack threat modeling / Critical Program Information Assessments
• Experience in the implementation and business growth of SSE implementation throughout the entire life cycle
• Experience in solutions meeting robust SSE systems security requirements
• Cyber Certifications in accordance with DoDD 8570/DoDD 8140 such as CISSP, GSLC, CEH
• Program management experience with SSE
• Broad understanding of technology and working knowledge of DODI-S-5230.28
• Aircraft/weapons integration experience
• Strategic planning and proposal writing skills
• Candidate must exhibit an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with coworkers, suppliers, stakeholders, and customers in a team environment
• Experience contributing to a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to technical problems

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available

Salary and Compensation

Salary range: 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits and incentive compensation programs depending on level and collective‑bargaining status.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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 depend on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreements.

Employment Information

This 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.