Principal Specialist, Security - Tewksbury, MA

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage small projects or processes; possess advanced knowledge expected of a Global Security Services individual contributor.
• Lead and coordinate the Northeast New Hire Orientation.
• Oversee Document Control function: receipt and dispatch of classified materials; conduct classified container security audits.
• Interpret company policies and government regulations; provide guidance and assistance to program and functional partners.
• Prepare for and support Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and Self‑Inspection activities.
• Ensure continuity and coverage of Document Control operations, providing surge support.
• Plan, develop, and implement security programs to safeguard personnel, intellectual property, and facilities.
• Assist in Tewksbury Security investigations: interview employees; prepare and submit adverse information reports.
• Assist with investigations related to incidents involving no loss/compromise and closed areas left unsecured.
• Submit government‑mandated suspicious contract reports (SCR) directly to DCSA.
• Follow up, ensure accountability, and communicate progress on timely execution of projects and plans with significant, long‑lasting impact.
• Support Direct Commercial Sales and Foreign Military Sales imports and exports: coordinate with U.S. Designated Government Representative; interface with Transportation Logistics, Global Trade, and packaging for each export.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance on day 1.
• Onsite work location required.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience; OR an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience.
• Investigative experience.
• Experience with receipt and dispatch requirements for shipments of classified Major End Items and other classified materials.
• Experience in public speaking and providing education and training.
• Experience with electronic card access control systems and CCTVs to aid in conducting investigations.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Business, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Some supervisory experience in security, law enforcement, and/or military.
• Experience leading a team with a Community Service approach to security or law enforcement operations.
• Experience creating a team environment and rallying a team around a common mission, vision, and goals.
• Ability to work effectively and comfortably with internal/external customers of all levels.
• Knowledge of physical and electronic security protocols and equipment/systems.
• Knowledge of the NISPOM.

Pay

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD. The range is a good‑faith estimate representative of all experience levels; final offers consider role, function, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and 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
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (eligibility and payouts depend on position level, collective‑bargaining coverage, and performance)