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

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry level embedded security engineer onsite in Tucson, AZ to join the Systems Security Engineering team. You will help develop security solutions for embedded weapons systems and support DoD programs.

Applicants should have a STEM degree and coursework in SSE, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity or embedded systems, with the ability to obtain DoD clearance at start. This is an onsite role with relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM major obtained by start date.
• Experience / coursework in System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity, Embedded Systems Security, Embedded Hardware, Embedded Software, Real-time Embedded Systems.

Responsibilities

• Support 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 tech release and export licensing policies

Skills

System Security Engineering

Anti-Tamper

Cybersecurity

Embedded Systems Security

Embedded Hardware

Embedded Software

Real-time Embedded Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Systems/Mechanical Engineering or CS (STEM)

Tools

Threat modeling

Job description

Job Details

Position Role Type: Onsite

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

Date Posted: 2026-09-14

Country: United States of America

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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

About the Role

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

• Advanced Degree 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

• 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

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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 depen

Role Type Definition

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.

Security Clearance Process

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-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.