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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.\nRaytheon 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.\nHybrid role - 3 days a week in the Gloucester office or customer sites.\nMust already hold SC clearance & be able to gain an eDV clearance.\nRole Overview\nRaytheon UK’s Cyber Research Group (CRG) is seeking a highly skilled and analytically driven Vulnerability Researcher to support advanced research and development initiatives. 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