Patriot Cybersecurity CPTL

Date Posted:

2026-06-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord



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.​ 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 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, 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. 

The Software Engineering Discipline is seeking an Associate Director, SW Engineering - Patriot Software & Training Devices (SW & TD) Cyber Cross Product Team Lead (CPTL) within the Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) business area. 

This position is a full-time onsite role in Tewksbury, MA.

What You Will Do

The Patriot Cyber CPTL will support multiple contracts for new development and maintenance of the Patriot Product Line (PPL). PPL is a multi-year program, with the Integrated Fire Mission Command (IFMC) serving as the contracting agency. Functionally this role will report to the Software Product Assurance Center’s Software Security Sensors and Effectors Department within the Software Engineering discipline.

The Patriot Cyber CPTL is responsible for driving flawless technical, schedule, and cost performance in support of the PPL.  The CPTL manages an annual budget of ~$11M working across multiple engineering disciplines, with emphasis on systems and software engineering.  

This CPTL role requires direct and frequent collaboration with Raytheon Leadership, Program Offices across the Patriot portfolio, IFMC, and Patriot Partner customer representatives.  The Cyber CPTL must be able to clearly communicate status, issues and resolutions to executive leadership on matters that significantly impact the program.  In addition to tactical execution the Cyber CPTL will be expected to influence customer road maps and provide vision/strategy to modernize the PPL infrastructure in alignment with long-term goals of Raytheon engineering and the LADS business area.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and 12+ years of engineering experience in embedded software engineering.

• Solid understanding of Missile Defense Agency (MDA) missions, MDA radars, and all components of a modern phased array radar

• Prior experience as an Engineering leader of large multi-disciplinary teams

• Expertise in one or more of the following: Software engineering design, development, production, system integration, verification and qualification

• Prior experience working and leading in Agile Scrum environments

• Prior experience in Earned Value Management (EVMS)

• Prior experience managing DoD proposals over $10Million to support large scale strategic growth efforts

• Experience managing multiple priorities in a complex environment

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Solid understanding of Patriot System

• Demonstrated leader of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) in Hardware, Software, Systems Engineering, or Production

• Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment with positive interaction

• Demonstrated history of mentoring and apprenticing junior engineers

• Very strong written and oral communication skills to communicate clearly with all levels of team and leadership

• Experience managing technical progress vs cost/schedule for large engineering teams

• Proactive, comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-tiered environment

• Proven track record of credibility with customers

• Expert at using EVMS to manage program execution

• Experience in IPDS and CMMI-5 compliant Gate Reviews and Tracking Books

• Frequent travel to support program meetings and assessments

• Experience working on a development program using agile/scrum and in DevSecOps/Automation

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.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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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