2026 System Security Engineering Intern - Onsite - Aurora, CO

Date Posted:
2025-12-04
Country:
United States of America
Location:
CO102: 16800 E Centretech Pkwy,Aurora 16800 East Centretech Pkwy Building S75, Aurora, CO, 80011 USA
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:
TS/SCI with Polygraph

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.

Job Summary:

As a Systems Security Engineering Intern working in the Systems Integrity Center of Raytheon Engineering in Air & Space Defense Systems, you will interface with the members of other program teams to evaluate system security or troubleshoot / resolve security integration issues. You may participate in developing or updating documentation such as Concept of Operations (CONOPS), system architecture, system security requirements and support requirement qualification, verification and validation. You may also perform functional / physical analysis, allocation, and trade studies.

This position is onsite role.

This position can be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Technical Intern based on the candidate's qualifications and standing as outlined below or Post-Graduate standing:

• (Sophomore Technical Intern) - must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program and classified as a Sophomore by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.
• (Junior Technical Intern) - must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program and classified as a Junior by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.
• (Senior Technical Intern)- must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program and classified as a Senior by start of internship and provide proof of graduation prior to first day of employment.
• Post-Graduate - has completed a Bachelor's degree program and is preparing to start or is enrolled in Graduate Studies program

What You Will Do

• Support systems requirement development and analysis.
• Support activities in our labs and document requirement verifications.
• Assess implementation of security controls
• Integrate systems into customer operational networks
• Validate secure configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, operating systems, applications, and other assets, using
• DoD approved scanning and assessment tools such as ACAS, STIG, SCAP Compliance Checker, and HBSS
• Prepare and present results in reports and briefings to internal or external stakeholders

Basic Qualifications

• This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or Aerospace Engineering degree program
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret with SCI Polygraph security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Understanding of Linux operating system and database capabilities
• Ability to analyze issues and define solutions
• Exposure to troubleshooting technical issues with computer systems in an academic or internship setting, or as part of a hobby

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or coursework in Cybersecurity or Systems Security Engineering
• Extracurricular involvement in school groups/clubs and/or the community
• 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
• Basic understanding of how satellite ground systems are developed and function
• Understanding of system security tools (Tenable, Nessus, Tripwire, ELK stack, Splunk, Symantec Anti-Virus, SonarQube, etc.)
• Scripting / software development experience using Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Understanding of system controls verification testing (automated, manual checks scanning tools)
• Strong communication skills including effective written, verbal and listening skills
• Self-starter with the ability to independently pursue information and solve problems
• CompTIA Security+ certification

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts with your resume when applying to this requisition. Include your cumulative GPA and projected graduation date on your resume.

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.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 37,000 USD - 82,000 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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