About the role#
As a Systems Security Engineer Intern at Raytheon, you will help develop security solutions for sensors, ground radars, and platform systems. You will work within a team to address technical challenges, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and support program milestones. This role focuses on applying cybersecurity, software assurance, and supply chain risk management to protect critical systems.
What you'll do#
- Create security solutions using cybersecurity and software assurance principles.
- Support program protection implementation for sensors and platform systems.
- Develop approaches and solutions for assigned projects.
- Collaborate with team members and experts across various engineering disciplines.
- Perform technically challenging assignments that contribute to program success.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related STEM field.
- Actively enrolled in your degree program through the end of the internship.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- An active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance.
- Ability to obtain an interim U.S. government-issued security clearance prior to the start date.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site position located in Tewksbury, Massachusetts.
- The internship follows a rolling term schedule.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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