Principal Specialist, Investigator - Tewksbury, MA

Date Posted:

2026-11-11



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: Top 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.

As an aerospace and defense company, the loss or theft of Raytheon Technologies’ (RTX) intellectual capital can threaten national security, compromise years of costly research and development, and weaken the U.S. economy. Raytheon’s Global Security Services’ (GSS) Counterintelligence & Investigations (CI&I) organization is well-positioned to lead the way to protect Raytheon’s and Customers’ capital through safeguarding people, data, resources, and facilities from a myriad of known or suspected threats. To handle this challenging problem set, we work closely with Raytheon Human Resources (Labor Relations, Talent, and Employee Relations), Digital Technologies, Global Trade, and Global Ethics and Compliance functions, and partner with Federal, State, and Local law-enforcement, intelligence and security agencies, Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency, and Military Department Counterintelligence Organizations.

As a CI&I Principal Investigator, you will possess and demonstrate extensive knowledge, training, and experience as it relates to identification and investigation of potential insider threats (InT), Workplace Violence, and international threats. You must also possess and demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of CI principles, have an expert level understanding of potential InT indicators and behaviors, with the ability to rapidly triage and assess a multitude of Int related behaviors with the objective of distinguishing between actual threats and false positives. You will conduct other investigations as necessary, assisting the CI&I Data Exfiltration and CI&I InT Analytical teams.

What You Will Do

• Operate independently, providing expert-level all-around investigation capabilities that include, but are not limited to:
• Independently plan and conduct investigations resulting in sound outcomes/determinations, capable of withstanding judicial/administrative scrutiny into noncompliance with Customer regulatory requirements, Company policies and procedures, and violations of the law.
• Write detailed, highly professional reports summarizing investigative steps/actions.
• Conduct a wide range of employee interviews, to include challenging subject interviews of those suspected of wrongdoing.
• Ensure all relevant case artifacts (unless prohibited) are securely stored in the Resolver Case Management System.
• Closely collaborate with other CI&I members, GSS colleagues, and cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with and provide timely feedback to our partners in Human Resources (Labor Relations, Talent, and Employee Relations), Digital Technologies, Global Trade, and Global Ethics and Compliance functions as it relates to the refinement of tools and processes used in identifying potential indicators of concern.
• For matters involving culpability of cleared employees, ensure cognizant Facility Security Officers are provided with necessary investigative details for required adverse information reporting obligations.

What You Will Learn

• You will expand your business acumen and learn about Raytheon’s proactive/defensive solutions to help U.S. government, Allies and Partners defend their national sovereignty and ensure their security.
• How CI&I’s proactive CI initiatives and our InT program advances Raytheon’s security culture, program execution excellence, and operational productivity, as well as fostering our Customer’s confidence and Raytheon’s competitive advantage.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• Experience with automated internal and external investigation tools utilized in Insider Threat (InT) investigations and open-source research (LexisNexis, CLEAR, or similar).
• Experience with identifying, collecting and analyzing data/metrics for leadership.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and O365.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Certification by a federal credentialing counterintelligence or investigative agency.
• Prior Law Enforcement Experience.
• Hands-on experience with investigations involving CI, SCI, SAP, and/or ITAR/EAR violations.
• Familiarity with DoD Manual 5205.07 Volumes 1 through 4.
• Familiarity with DoD 5200.01 Volumes 1 through 3, and incident reporting process in accordance with DoD 5200.01 volume 3.
• Working knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM) – Industrial Security regulations
• Experience in international investigations
• Working knowledge of European Union privacy regulations (GDPR).

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 assistance

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 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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