GSS Classified Space Strategy Lead - McKinney, TX

Date Posted:

2026-02-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 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 Global Security Services (GSS) is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented security project lead responsible for classified space strategy.  This individual contributor will lead a cross functional matrixed team including Facilities, Digital Technology, GSS, and SBU partners to ensure Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) and Open Storage Areas (OSAs) accreditation and compliance standards are met.  Lead planning to develop projects to ensure allocated annual capital budget is socialized and accepted by stakeholders. Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes and updates related to SAPF/SCIF construction and accreditation and maintain awareness of evolving compliance and digital security requirements for classified work is critical.  The role will also have oversight of GSS CAPEX projects to ensure completion with identified milestones. 

What You Will Do

• Initially, this role will be focused on formalizing roles and responsibilities across a cross-functional team structure. This work will include establishing a team governance structure, developing plan (including performance measures) and validating the current state across Raytheon (work which has already been carried out)
• As the role and project team progresses this role will shift focus to developing, testing, implementing, and sustaining processes to leverage the scale of Raytheon in the classified space domain
• Future years (e.g., >12 months) will see this leadership role shift to assure operationalization of common processes, strategies, and standard work – in addition to continued tracking of key performance measures relevant to the project
• Collaborate with the Global Security Services, Product Line Leadership, and functional teams on secure area plan development and execution
• Provide regular status updates, reports, and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders to track progress, budgets, and outcomes
• Provide guidance and facilitate important decisions and activity completions with working teams, fostering a collaborative work environment
• Expected to support domestic travel as needed

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
• Experience with business and project management tools and procedures.
• Experience working with classified program security requirements – including physical security compliance to government requirements (e.g., ICD-705/NISPOM)
• Experience related to SCIF/SAPF construction and understanding of various customer accreditation processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with task planning, staffing, and tracking of multiple projects with multiple personnel
• Experience implementing business process improvement.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Government-funded contracts, including classified contracts
• Proven application classified program security requirements – including physical security compliance to government requirements (e.g., ICD-705/NISPOM) – in direct management or support of new classified space construction and accreditation
• Understanding of unclassified and classified processing, red/black separation, and power requirements to ensure design meets overall TEMPEST security compliance
• Experience with managing subcontractors and consultants
• Working knowledge of RTX CORE, or continuous improvement programs / operating systems
• Role type: hybrid candidate must be able to work 3+ days/week, preferably at one of the following locations: Tewksbury-Andover, MA, McKinney, TX, Dulles, VA, Aurora, CO or Tucson, AZ

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.

• This position is not eligible for Relocation

Learn More & Apply Now

• 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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 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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