COMSEC Systems Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-02-04
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-VA-SPRINGFIELD-8350-CUST ~ 8350 Alban Rd ~ ALBAN (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.Security Clearance Type:
TS/SCI with Polygraph
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.

Raytheon is seeking a candidate to help administer a large and complex Communications Security (COMSEC) program. You will be responsible for managing the distribution of applicable materials, dissemination of guidance, reception of new materials, accountability, destruction of mandated materials, and thorough documentation of actions taken. The candidate will work closely with the customer and other COMSEC officials to ensure the program stays up-to-date and in compliance. Location: Near Springfield, VA

What You Will Do

• Maintain compliance and integrity of the COMSEC program based on customer requirements.

• Conduct self-inspections on a regular basis and have experience meeting all requirements for periodic customer-led inspections (i.e., Quarterly, semi-annual, annual inspections).

• Maintain accountability of all COMSEC items.

• Verify newly received COMSEC items (i.e., keys, keying material, equipment, etc.) are mission essential.

• Perform destructions of expired and/or non-compliance items and removal of unnecessary items on the COMSEC program.

• Maintain thorough documentation based on government regulations, customer guidance, policies, and industry best practices of all actions taken with the COMSEC program.

• Train other personnel as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor's in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 5 years of prior engineering experience or equivalent experience.

• 5 years of COMSEC experience.

• Experience with the operation, maintenance, accountability, reception, and disposition of COMSEC items.

• Experience with inventory control functions; documentation (soft and hard copies) and records management experience.

• Experience in written and verbal communication with senior leadership and customers.
• An active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Military and/or government COMSEC experience.

• COMSEC experience managing a large program.

• COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) or Regional COMSEC Officer (RCO) experience.

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Products

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 Eligible

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
• 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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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 a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

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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