COMSEC Manager - El Segundo, CA

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El Segundo, CA, USA
In-Office
118K-225K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Manages a seven-person COMSEC team supporting SAP, SCI, and collateral accounts. Oversees key management, incident response, DIAS reporting, inventories, audits, compliance, secure communications equipment deployment, programming, and sustainment. Serves as the primary COMSEC lead for El Segundo programs, coordinating with government customers, program offices, engineers, and facility leadership. Leads coaching, performance management, resource planning, process improvement, and operational continuity while ensuring compliance with NSA, NISPOM, and DoD requirements.
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Date Posted:

2026-09-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E07 ~ 2012 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E07

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 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.   

We are seeking an seasoned COMSEC professional to provide on‑site management for a high‑visibility COMSEC team supporting multiple classified mission areas in El Segundo. This role is critical to maintaining continuity, oversight, and compliance across SAP, SCI, and collateral COMSEC accounts. The successful candidate will partner closely with program offices, government customers, and cross‑functional RTX teams to ensure secure and efficient operations.

What You Will Do

  • Provide on-site leadership and direct supervision for a team of seven COMSEC personnel supporting collateral and SAP COMSEC accounts.
  • Oversee day‑to‑day COMSEC operations including key management, incident response, DIAS reporting, inventory accuracy, and compliance activities across SAP, SCI, and collateral environments.
  • Serve as the primary COMSEC Lead for El Segundo programs and government customers, ensuring alignment with mission requirements, compliance doctrine (NSA CSSM Policy 3-16, CNSSI's, NISPOM etc.) and customer expectations.
  • Coordinate deployment, programming, and sustainment of secure communications technology such as HAIPE devices, vIPer phones, keying material, software upgrades, and Manufacturing of equipment.
  • Partner cross-functionally with program managers, engineers, facility leadership, and government representatives to resolve complex challenges, improve throughput, and ensure secure, compliant operations.
  • Lead team development, performance management, coaching, work prioritization, and resource planning to maintain operational continuity and employee engagement.

What You Will Learn

  • Deep exposure to advanced COMSEC operations supporting programs including SAP, SCI, and multiple classified mission areas.
  • Enhanced leadership skills gained through management of a high‑visibility COMSEC team in a complex, multi-customer environment.
  • Experience navigating government customer expectations, NSA and DCSA policy requirements, DIAS, and enterprise-level security governance.
  • Broader understanding of RTX El Segundo operational workflows, emerging secure communications technologies, throughput planning, and enterprise security risk management.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Prior experience leading or supervising COMSEC operations or security teams.
  • Experience with DoD, NSA, and classified program compliance requirements to include but not limited to NISPOM, NSA CSSM Policy 3-16 and its associated references.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience supporting COMSEC accounting, key management, auditing, inventories, and compliance validation.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • NSA COMSEC Course (IAEC-2212)
  • Experience working within SAP and/or SCI environments.
  • Experience with DIAS reporting, and incident reporting procedures.
  • Familiarity with secure communications equipment including HAIPE devices, vIPer phones, legacy COMSEC systems, and troubleshooting secure hardware/software.
  • Experience improving operational processes, leading cross-functional initiatives, and driving compliance enhancements.
  • Experience managing Windows-based information systems or secure network devices.
  • Experience with support of a Large COMSEC account to include receipt, custody, safeguarding, manufacturing, and destruction of production and/or depot COMSEC material.

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

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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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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Skills Required

  • University degree or equivalent experience and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience
  • Prior experience leading or supervising COMSEC operations or security teams
  • Experience with DoD, NSA, and classified program compliance requirements, including NISPOM and NSA CSSM Policy 3-16
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience supporting COMSEC accounting, key management, auditing, inventories, and compliance validation
  • NSA COMSEC Course IAEC-2212
  • Experience working within SAP and/or SCI environments
  • Experience with DIAS reporting and incident reporting procedures
  • Familiarity with HAIPE devices, vIPer phones, legacy COMSEC systems, and secure hardware/software troubleshooting
  • Experience improving operational processes, leading cross-functional initiatives, and driving compliance enhancements
  • Experience managing Windows-based information systems or secure network devices
  • Experience supporting a large COMSEC account, including receipt, custody, safeguarding, manufacturing, and destruction of COMSEC material
  • Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance required before starting and on day one
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Retirement Support — 401(k) programs are described with employer matching and, in many cases, an additional company retirement contribution, with a student‑loan repayment feature that can substitute for the match in eligible situations. Plan materials also reference automatic enrollment and other structural supports that strengthen long‑term savings.
  • Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside wellness tools and incentives. HSA‑eligible options with company contributions are also referenced on careers and benefits pages.
  • Parental & Family Support — Program descriptions point to paid parental leave, backup childcare resources, and family supports such as birth/adoption benefits and an Autism Benefit (availability varies by unit and location). Dependent and elder‑care resources are also noted.

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185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

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With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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