Senior Systems Security Engineer (Anti-Tamper/Program Protection) - P3 (Onsite)

Raytheon; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer to join the Systems Security Engineering team in Massachusetts. This onsite position requires active Secret security clearance and focuses on protecting the Warfighter’s technology advantage.

Key responsibilities include defining security requirements with customers, supporting compliance with NIST RMF, and engaging in security developments for various systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in STEM and relevant experience in system security engineering, cybersecurity, and anti-tamper initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in security engineering.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Experience in cybersecurity and program protection.

Responsibilities

• Define SSE requirements and solutions with customers.
• Ensure compliance with NIST Risk Management Framework.
• Support security development and testing across technologies.

Skills

System Security Engineering

Computer technology reverse engineering

Cybersecurity

Anti-tamper

Embedded security

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Tools

Cyber Certifications (CISSP, GSLC, CEH)

Job description

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

Date Posted: 2026-06-15

Country: United States of America

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: Secret - Current

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.

Senior Systems Security Engineer (Anti‑Tamper/Program Protection) - P3

We are seeking a well-qualified Senior Systems Security Engineer to join our elite Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team in developing solutions to protect the Warfighter’s technology advantage. This is an onsite position at Raytheon in Massachusetts.

What You Will Do

• Interact with the customer to define SSE requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness
• Support compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls
• Consult and assist program management with SSE architecture and issues
• Support the development of bids and proposals
• Support security development and test efforts implementing security controls of networking devices, databases, operating systems, and hardware and software components
• Integrate cybersecurity development activities

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 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, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience in the fields of System Security Engineering, computer technology reverse engineering, anti‑tamper, cybersecurity, program protection or embedded security

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
• 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 in 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

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. 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.

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.

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.