Systems Security Engineer I - Anti-Tamper / Program Protection (On-site )

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Onsite work

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry-level Systems Security Engineering role onsite in Tucson, AZ. You will develop embedded security solutions to protect the Warfighter's technology advantage, leveraging Anti-Tamper, Cyber Security, Software Assurance, and Supply Chain Risk Management.

You will support defining requirements, conducting threat modeling, and ensuring compliance with DoD policies. A DoD secret clearance is required by start date, and relocation eligibility is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Systems/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM field.
• Coursework or experience in SSE, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity, Embedded Systems Security, Embedded Hardware or Embedded Software.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of SSE solutions in Raytheon products to define requirements, solutions, trades, costs and implementation strategies.
• Conduct attack threat modeling and CPI assessments.
• Ensure compliance with DoD technology release and export licensing policies.

Skills

Systems Security Eng

Anti-Tamper

Cybersecurity

Embedded Systems Security

Embedded Hardware

Embedded Software

Real-time Embedded Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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.

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

This is an Entry Level Role onsite in Tucson, AZ

As a member of our elite Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team, we want you to develop embedded security solutions to protect the Warfighter's technology advantage. Systems Security Engineering creates holistic security solutions leveraging Anti-Tamper (AT), Cyber Security, Software Assurance, and Supply Chain Risk Management to support Program Protection Implementation on embedded weapons systems.

What You Will Do

• Support the implementation of Systems Security Engineering (SSE) solutions in Raytheon products to define requirements, solutions, trades, costs, and implementation strategies
• Conduct attack threat modeling and Critical Program Information (CPI) assessments
• Ensure compliance with DoD technology release and export licensing policies

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience / coursework with one or more of the following: System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity, Embedded Systems Security, Embedded Hardware, Embedded Software, Real-time Embedded Systems

Experience may be obtained through job experience, research, coursework or projects

Qualifications We Prefer

• Specific Majors in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related fields
• Applied engineering experience or coursework with exposure in one or more of the following domains: systems engineering, software or firmware development, systems integration and/or test, ASIC development, digital electronics design, model-based systems engineering, or similar work history.
• Experience supporting DoD programs or a working knowledge of DoD directives such as DODI-S-5230.28
• Expertise in attack threat modeling and Critical Program Information (CPI) assessments
• Active/Current DoD security clearance
• Exceptional creativity, problem-solving abilities, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience.

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.
• Relocation Eligibility

• Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

This position requires ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: Security Clearance FAQs - United States Department of State

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-p