Sr. Product Cybersecurity Engineer (Onsite - Richardson, TX) Top Secret Clearance required

Date Posted:

2026-08-03



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461



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:

Top Secret - Current



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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are currently searching for a Sr. Product Cybersecurity Engineer to join the Integrated Mission Systems Engineering team. You are an experienced cybersecurity engineer knowledgeable in Risk Management Framework (RMF), TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper (AT), Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), Multi Level Security (MLS), Multiple Independent Levels of Security (MILS), Intrusion Detection, Cyber Resiliency, and NSA Type 1 certifications to support a different portfolios within our Mission Systems Engineering Organization. Our cyber team is focused on developing new and innovative security technologies for defense and military Command and Control (C2) and Command, Control and Communications (C3) systems architectures, in order to enable advanced capabilities of modern day and future weapons systems.

As a subject matter expert, you will serve as a principal investigator, leading research teams and aligning technology development with customer needs and market opportunities. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with business partners to facilitate successful technology transitions. This opportunity offers the successful candidate the opportunity to be a leader and influencer in the architectural design decisions to protect our products in an ever-growing threat environment. The person in this role will be asked to provide guidance to pursuit teams, product lines, and all levels of management to aid in meeting customer needs.

You will be asked to guard some of the most sensitive data in the world alongside other experienced cybersecurity engineers. Everyday new threats and risks are faced and you can be part of incorporation of new methodologies and protections for our products.

This role will be worked onsite in Richardson, TX.   Relocation assistance is not available.

Active and transferable U.S. government issued DoD TOP SECRET security clearance is required prior to start date.

What You Will Do:

• Support teams of hardware, software, and systems engineers to develop, integrate, and evaluate new cybersecurity technologies to be deployed within size, weight, and power-constrained mission-critical environments

• Ensure system security requirements are established and maintained for operations development, security requirements definition, security risk assessment, system analysis, systems design, and systems hardening

• Participate in technical proposal preparation specific to cybersecurity for current pursuits

• Support the planning and execution of cybersecurity activities including scope, schedule, budget, earned value, and risk and opportunity management

• Contribute to strategic research roadmaps for the development and transition of new security technologies to embedded platforms as well as information services

• Assess and mitigate system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle

• Provide recommendations to engineering and business leadership in the area of cybersecurity

• Support special access programs and understand that tasks will need to be completed in isolated areas on-site

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• ACTIVE and transferable TOP SECRET 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 security clearances

• Experience in operating systems, computer architecture, security protocols, encryption, authentication, secure architectural patterns, and security fundamentals

• Hands-on scripting/automation experience (Python, Powershell, Bash, Terraform)

• Experience leading engineering initiatives and influence technical direction

• Experience integrating RMF/Information Security into DoD System Acquisition Lifecycle

• Experience developing, updating, and/or reviewing RMF documentation to include Security Plans, Implementation Plans, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and Risk Assessment Reports

• Experience with assessing systems using NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs and SRGs, ACAS, Tenable Security Center

• Security+ certification

• Knowledge of system development and life cycle

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with agile development, model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

• Presentation skills with the ability to present to a variety of audiences (internal and external)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Compliant with DoD 8570.01-M via technical certifications such as Network+, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GIAC or other relevant information assurance certifications (SANS, EC-Council, etc.

What We Offer: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance         

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).  

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.  

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of. 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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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