Site Protective Services Lead Officer - Tucson, AZ

RTX; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX seeks a Site Protective Services Lead to oversee security operations at our Tucson site. You will direct patrols, act as Incident Command, and prepare high-quality reports with on-site armed response capability. DoD Secret clearance and U.S.

citizenship are required; weekend rotations apply. This onsite role offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities within a globally trusted defense company.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of security experience
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Firearms (handgun)
• Experience with Tactical response
• Experience with Less-lethal
• Experience with contract security guard force management

Responsibilities

• Assigning and directing Site Protective Services personnel in emergency operations, including security, law enforcement, crash and disaster control activities, and civil or internal disorders
• Act as Incident Command until properly relieved or incident stabilizes
• Determine posting requirements and formulate daily duty rosters
• Analyze, approve and forward reports to outside entities using the standard reporting tool
• Proactively participate in community policing activities such as building council and safety council meetings
• Gather facts and use effective, analytical, and established methods to accurately assess a situation and determine the appropriate course of action
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, as well as team members
• Wear duty uniform and maintain professional appearance
• Monitor the overall security status of company facilities, including the performance of contracted security personnel
• Respond to actual or suspected security violations, conduct field investigations, and submit high-quality reports to Investigations for follow up
• Respond to criminal activity such as thefts, vandalism, threats, etc. and provide guidance to employees regarding protective measures, or reports to law enforcement and insurance companies.
• Gather information and evidence and submit reports to Investigations
• Maintain a working knowledge of the NISPOM, ICD705, JAFAN, and other government regulatory documents
• Respond to employee queries about security issues accurately and helpfully
• Properly receive, handle, safeguard, and store classified material
• Be able to testify professionally in court or at in-house or external administrative hearings
• Respond to calls reference difficult, disruptive, or threatening persons, de-escalate such situations, and make appropriate notifications to Human Resources, Workplace Violence Team, Investigations, and law enforcement. Document such incidents in written reports
• Stand by to preserve the peace when requested by Human Resources or managers when issuing disciplinary actions, terminations, or having difficult conversations

Skills

Security experience

Firearms (handgun)

Tactical response

Less-lethal

Contract security guard force mgmt

Education

AA/AS degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Location:US-AZ-TUCSON-811A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 811A (External Site)

Date Posted:2026-10-22
Country:United States of America
Location:US-AZ-TUCSON-811A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 811A (External Site)
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: Secret
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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As a Raytheon Site Protective Services Lead, you will be responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, and the general enforcement of company physical policies. Duties normally consist of routine patrol, preliminary investigation and traffic regulation. Security officers also may be assigned duties to support other areas of security such as training, investigations, document destruction, dispatch, and may assist with conducting incident and accident investigations. Provide on-site armed response capability for security incidents and to assume control over situations beyond the capabilities or contracted responsibilities of the contract guard force.

This role requires flexibility to rotate shifts if needed and work weekends based on assigned schedule, and will also act as a supervisor when the assigned supervisor is not present. This position will also be eligible for Team Leader differential pay.

What You Will Do

• Assigning and directing Site Protective Services personnel in emergency operations, including security, law enforcement, crash and disaster control activities, and civil or internal disorders
• Act as Incident Command until properly relieved or incident stabilizes
• Determine posting requirements and formulate daily duty rosters
• Analyze, approve and forward reports to outside entities using the standard reporting tool
• Proactively participate in community policing activities such as building council and safety council meetings
• Gather facts and use effective, analytical, and established methods to accurately assess a situation and determine the appropriate course of action
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, as well as team members
• Wear duty uniform and maintain professional appearance
• Monitor the overall security status of company facilities, including the performance of contracted security personnel
• Respond to actual or suspected security violations, conduct field investigations, and submit high-quality reports to Investigations for follow up
• Respond to criminal activity such as thefts, vandalism, threats, etc. and provide guidance to employees regarding protective measures, or reports to law enforcement and insurance companies.
• Gather information and evidence and submit reports to Investigations
• Maintain a working knowledge of the NISPOM, ICD705, JAFAN, and other government regulatory documents
• Respond to employee queries about security issues accurately and helpfully
• Properly receive, handle, safeguard, and store classified material
• Be able to testify professionally in court or at in-house or external administrative hearings
• Respond to calls reference difficult, disruptive, or threatening persons, de-escalate such situations, and make appropriate notifications to Human Resources, Workplace Violence Team, Investigations, and law enforcement. Document such incidents in written reports
• Stand by to preserve the peace when requested by Human Resources or managers when issuing disciplinary actions, terminations, or having difficult conversations

Qualifications You Must Have

• At least 6 years of security experience
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Firearms (handgun)
• Experience with Tactical response
• Experience with Less-lethal
• Experience with contract security guard force management

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated collaboration and teaming abilities; the ability to work well with others
• Knowledge of the NISPOM, JAFAN, and ICD as applicable
• Constantly maintain a professional and collegial demeanor regardless of others’ behaviors
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Trained and certified in first aid, CPR, and AED processes
• Previous experience supervising employee

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.

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 53,100 USD - 100,900 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.

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