Industrial Security Specialist I - McKinney, TX

Date Posted:

2026-08-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

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



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance



Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after 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.   

The Industrial Security Specialist will support the Personnel Security team by interpreting and applying Defense of Defense (DoD) policies, guidance, and procedures in alignment with company policy to ensure compliance across a large, cleared employee population. This role is integral to maintaining personnel security requirements throughout the full clearance lifecycle.

This is an entry‑level, salaried professional contributor role reporting to the Local Site Security (LSS) Manager for day‑to‑day activities. The position is based on site at the McKinney, TX facility.

What You Will Do

• Conduct indoctrinations and debriefings for DoD accesses
• Verify citizenship
• Process personnel clearances
• Submit visit requests
• Prepare adverse and reportable submissions, and
• Perform all actions necessary to support cradle‑to‑grave clearance management.
• Assist with the identification of security risks and contributing to the implementation of effective and efficient mitigation solutions of the facility industrial security programs
• Administer security procedures, as they relate to operating in a classified environment:
• Clearance Processing and Management, Clearance Verifications, Classified Visit Processing, Fingerprinting, and DISS Updates
• Provide customer service to employees related to personnel security questions and actions (e.g., Travel Reporting, Self-Reporting)
• Work in a fast-paced schedule driven environment
• Proactively supports multiple team areas by cross-training across Industrial Security disciplines.

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Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience with Microsoft Products
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and up to 1 year prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Degree in Business Management, Security and/or Risk Management, Government Policy, Information Management, Criminal Justice, or other related fields of study.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Related training to Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) including Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), or NCMS Industrial Security Professional Certification (ISP)/

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.

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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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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