Special Program COMSEC Lead - Tucson, AZ

RTX; Tucson (AZ); Presencial; USD 108.000 - 205.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

RTX is seeking a highly motivated COMSEC lead for the Raytheon Special Program environment in Tucson, AZ. The role oversees COMSEC accounts across a large geographic area, leads a small team, and trains team members in COMSEC accountability, security, and policy.

You will collaborate with government representatives, program engineers and customers to apply cryptographic key correctly, support DoD contracts through gate processes, and help develop IPAP, KMP, and BOE.

Formación

• A University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience working and maneuvering within the special program environment.
• Experience working in Industrial Security, NISPOM, and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, and how COMSEC plays into the success of business.
• Experience with COMSEC compliance doctrine and associated references.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee business support and compliance for COMSEC accounts over a large geographical area.
• Lead a small team of COMSEC professionals.
• Provide on-the-job training to the COMSEC team and other COMSEC users in all aspects of COMSEC accountability, security, compliance, and establish local COMSEC policy.
• Work directly with government representatives, program engineers and government customer representatives to identify the proper application of cryptographic key, validate COMSEC requirements; and support multiple U.S. Government contracts through the gate process with planning, scheduling, and arranging program specific COMSEC support ensuring COMSEC equipment reliability and availability.
• Assist in developing In-Process Accounting Procedures (IPAP), Key Management Plans (KMP), and Bases of Estimates (BOE).
• Oversee security aspects of facility procedures, and work outside of the Security department to resolve complex challenges, enabling cost effective and efficient processes for engineering, production, depot, assembly, and repair; resolve RCAS, GCAR, and CORE efforts.

Conocimientos

Special program environment

Industrial Security

COMSEC compliance

Strategic planning

COMSEC training

End Cryptographic Unit management

Troubleshooting COMSEC

Windows-based information systems

Legacy COMSEC equipment

Educación

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in a related field

Herramientas

Windows-based information systems

Descripción del empleo

Date Posted: 2026-09-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-928 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ MULTI PURPOSE FAC 928 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: TS/SCI Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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. Seeking a highly motivated security professional as a COMSEC lead for the Raytheon Special Program environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, time management and timely follow-through.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.

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.

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.

What You Will Do

• Oversee business support and compliance for COMSEC accounts over a large geographical area.
• Lead a small team of COMSEC professionals.
• Provide on-the-job training to the COMSEC team and other COMSEC users in all aspects of COMSEC accountability, security, compliance, and establish local COMSEC policy.
• Work directly with government representatives, program engineers and government customer representatives to identify the proper application of cryptographic key, validate COMSEC requirements; and support multiple U.S. Government contracts through the gate process with planning, scheduling, and arranging program specific COMSEC support ensuring COMSEC equipment reliability and availability.
• Assist in developing In-Process Accounting Procedures (IPAP), Key Management Plans (KMP), and Bases of Estimates (BOE).
• Oversee security aspects of facility procedures, and work outside of the Security department to resolve complex challenges, enabling cost effective and efficient processes for engineering, production, depot, assembly, and repair; resolve RCAS, GCAR, and CORE efforts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience working and maneuvering within the special program environment.
• Experience working in Industrial Security, NISPOM, and Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, and how COMSEC plays into the success of business.
• Experience with COMSEC compliance doctrine and associated references.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in strategic planning, risk assessment, and business analysis.
• COMSEC training certification.
• Experience with support of a COMSEC account to include receipt, custody, safeguarding and destruction of production and/or depot COMSEC material.
• Experience with End Cryptographic Unit management and load/fill procedures.
• Experience with troubleshooting COMSEC equipment.
• Experience in the management of Windows based information systems.
• Knowledgeable of legacy COMSEC equipment.

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.

• 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
• Holidays

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 not eligible for Relocation.

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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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.