Systems Security Engineering Section Lead (M4) (Onsite)

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

8d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

The System Security Engineering (SSE) Department is seeking a Systems Security Engineering Section Lead (M4) — a dynamic leader ready to shape the future of cyber‑resilient systems across Raytheon Missiles & Defense (RMD). SSE oversees all facets of cybersecurity and program protection, and this role is central to developing our talent, strengthening our engineering rigor, and driving secure solutions across critical defense programs. This is an onsite role at Raytheon. 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. At Raytheon, our mission is driven by purpose: protecting our nation and allies, safeguarding freedoms, and staying ahead of evolving threats. With more than a century of pioneering engineering excellence, we apply deep technical expertise and innovative thinking to solve the most complex challenges of today’s missions — and anticipate those of tomorrow. Join a team that tackles meaningful problems every day and helps create a safer, more secure world.

Requirements

Typically requires 8+ years of progressive technical experience in Systems Engineering, including areas such as requirements analysis, system test, engineering studies, cybersecurity engineering, or capability integration
Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8 years of relevant experience, OR an advanced degree with 5+ years, OR 12+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Active and transferable Secret clearance required prior to start; U.S. citizenship required
Experience in System Security Engineering and/or Cybersecurity Engineering
Experience working with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and motivating engineering teams
Hands-on experience designing, developing, and fielding SSE systems
Experience driving SSE implementation and business growth across full system lifecycles
Experience defining solutions that meet rigorous system security requirements
Experience supporting U.S. Government contract proposals as an Information Assurance subject‑matter expert
Familiarity with systems engineering processes and artifacts (A/B analyses, ConOps, architectures, SEMP, etc.)
At least 2 years within RMD, with strong knowledge of the matrix organization and RMD processes (EVMS, EAC, Agile, proposal development, etc.)

Responsibilities

Invest in the continuous growth of our engineers: deliver thoughtful performance feedback, guide career planning, and cultivate a strong internal pipeline of future technical leaders
Translate business strategy into actionable direction for the section and communicate insights upward to department and directorate leaders
Lead workforce planning to ensure programs have the right talent at the right time
Manage tasking and ensure section members are positioned for both success and development
Drive hiring excellence: shape requisitions, review resumes, interview candidates, participate in hiring events, make selection decisions, and lead onboarding
Partner with HR to navigate and resolve personnel matters
Collaborate closely with Program Managers, CAMs, and IPTLs to align technical execution with business objectives
Engage directly with customers to define SSE requirements, evaluate solutions and trade studies, and communicate cost, system impacts, and security effectiveness
Lead planning, estimating, execution oversight, project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation
Ensure robust compliance with NIST RMF controls and champion best‑in‑class security engineering practices
Provide architecture expertise and guidance to programs on SSE approaches and challenges
Support high‑visibility bids and proposals that shape future business
Guide the definition, planning, and testing of security controls across networks, databases, OSs, hardware, and software components
Integrate SSE development activities seamlessly across the system lifecycle
Flow down top‑level security requirements to subsystems and guide implementation concepts
Navigate and uphold DoD technology release and export licensing requirements