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Program Operations Development Lead - GEM-T

RTX

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$132,400 - $251,600
Unspecified
IT - Software
Andover, MA (On-Site/Office)

Date Posted:
2026-01-08
Country:
United States of America
Location:
MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 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:
DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

Raytheon Missiles and Defense (RMD) has an immediate need for a Land Warfare and Air Defense Program Operations Development Lead for programs in Andover, Massachusetts.

This position will provide professionals with opportunities to grow their skills in operations management, technical operations, business communications, and leadership. This individual will be responsible for coordinating with the Patriot Product Line (PPL), Manufacturing Work Centers, and other Functional Partners to ensure successful on time integration of the development material and labor efforts necessary to support manufacturing and contract schedules.

Successful candidate will be a key member of a team responsible for ensuring that development hardware deliverables are produced on-time and on-budget. He/she will liaise between the manufacturing work centers and other IPT functions including Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align production plan execution efforts and to both identify and resolve constraints as they arise.

What You Will Do:
  • Manage the coordination and execution of development material schedules for Patriot Missile with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other functional areas.
  • Identify manufacturing constraints as early as possible and cooperate with other functions to minimize cost and schedule impact to production.
  • Organize and lead the POM team in execution of application tests and other variances.
  • Utilize Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) to identify gaps and drive improvement into execution.


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
  • Experience with business systems such as SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Material Resource Planning (MRP) and/or Kinaxis Rapid Response
  • 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


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Previous manufacturing process experience, especially as a manufacturing engineer or supervisor.
  • Previous project management or leadership experience involving cooperation with cross-functional teams and proven results.
  • CORE/Six Sigma experience, especially leading teams on cost reduction initiatives or manufacturing cycle time reductions.
  • Solid interpersonal skills to manage tasks that bridge operations, production control, engineering, supply chain, and customer relations.
  • EVMS L2 Certification or ability to earn.
  • Advanced proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
  • Knowledge of IPDS (Integrated Product Development System), and ability to create and manage a complex IMS using Microsoft Project.


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.

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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.

Applicant must be located in Andover, MA or willing to relocate. There is NO relocation assistance for this role.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push 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 for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.
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