Date Posted:
2025-12-03Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USAPosition Role Type:
HybridU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance:
DoD Clearance: SecretPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do:
Support Pratt & Whitney’s Government Security Compliance Clearance Processing role at all cleared sites. This role will ensure all clearance requests are compliantly executed in accordance with NISPOM standards and delivered with exceptional customer service. The Clearance Processing Specialist will meet or exceed all requirements and utilize the business CORE tools to evaluate and track the progress and the effectiveness of the program.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage requests for access to classified information for all cleared Pratt & Whitney sites.
Initiate new clearance requests, including initial applications, reinstatements, and upgrades.
Ability to navigate tasks in DISS, NBIS, LiveScan, SWFT, and FieldPrint.
Facilitate Continuous Vetting Updates for employees.
Conduct fingerprinting for in-process employees or CAC (Common Access Card) requests.
Verify employee citizenship as needed.
Review SF86 submissions for adequacy and completeness.
Track and guide new clearance requests to completion.
Oversee and ensure proper execution of the employee debrief process.
Provide accurate and timely responses to internal customer inquiries and assess type and volume of request for process improvement.
Facilitate Requests for Action (RFAs) from the government.
Track and manage DOHA (Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals) cases.
Action eligibility notifications received from the government.
Perform weekly audits and conduct monthly reconciliations of security records.
Identify and forward employee responses appropriately based on reporting requirements.
Maintain and manage status sheets and security folders.
Develop standardized messaging templates and create a process library for standard work, notes, and case knowledge base.
Create and manage SIMS (Security Information Management System) user accounts.
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SIMS within the Central Operations Team (COT).
Create and manage DISS (Defense Information Security System) and NBIS (National Background Investigation Services) accounts.
Submit quarterly RTX Workforce Information (WFI) imports.
Develop and maintain standard work documentation for all responsible tasks.
Process ePay transactions as required for the department.
Adapt to competing work priorities, company and/or government changes
Other duties as directed by COT manager.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Project/Program Management, Military, Aerospace or Afterspanet; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 7+ years of relevant industry experience; We will also consider high school diploma, technical or military training, or recognized industry certifications in combination with 9+ years or relevant industry experience.
1+ years of experience managing security clearance processes and government regulations, including SF86, DISS, NBIS, and 32 CFR Part 117.
1+ years of experience managing security systems such as DISS, NBIS, NISS, SIMS, and other DCSA related databases.
Active U.S. government issued Secret level security clearance required plus ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret level security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance with SAP/SCI access.
Qualifications We Prefer:
College degree in relevant Security-related field
Familiarity with Continuous Vetting Updates.
Experience conducting audits and reconciliations of security records.
Demonstrated ability to develop SOPs and process documentation.
Project management experience and coordination skills related to working with government officials, contractors, and internal teams
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).
Ability to work and effectively communicate across the organization, as well as suppliers and customers
What is my Role Type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
Learn more & apply today!
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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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