Sr Program Manager, Global Air Dominance

Date Posted:
2026-11-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848
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: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. 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.

Raytheon 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.

This position is onsite in Tucson, AZ. Relocation is not available.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the successful execution of Global Air Dominance program in partnership with development, production, and sustainment programs, ensuring delivery to contractual, financial, technical, and schedule commitments.
• Provide leadership and direction to integrated product teams (IPTs) and cross-product teams (CPTs), driving accountability, team health, and alignment to program and mission objectives.
• Manage full lifecycle program execution including baseline development, staffing plans, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliance (when applicable), program reviews, and delivery milestones.
• Develop, maintain, and report on the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, risk, and technical performance objectives.
• Lead all customer engagement activities, fostering strong relationships and ensuring consistent communication, alignment, and program performance.
• Own development and delivery of proposal artifacts including Basis of Estimates (BOEs), bids, gates, negotiation strategy, and cost-volume compliance for both domestic and international pursuits.
• Support growth initiatives within GAD by identifying new opportunities, shaping customer requirements, and contributing to the strategic direction of the portfolio.

Risk & Opportunity Management Responsibilities:

• Lead the full program R&O management lifecycle, including identification, documentation, analysis, mitigation planning, opportunity capture, and regular review cadence.• Ensure R&O processes comply with Raytheon Program Management Excellence (PMX) and Integrated Product Development System (IPDS) requirements.
• Partner with IPT/CPT leads to quantify and maintain risk exposure using accepted financial and technical assessment methodologies.
• Drive actionable mitigation and opportunity pursuit plans to improve cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Present portfolio-level R&O status during internal reviews, customer engagements, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and financial estimate cycles (e.g., EACs).
• Incorporate R&O insights into program strategy, proposals, estimates, and business case analyses to ensure sound decision-making and forward-looking program posture.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver Program Reviews, financial EACs, staffing forecasts, and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables as required.
• Build and maintain productive relationships across functional partners including Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Contracts, Quality, and Mission Assurance.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, PMX/IPDS processes, and applicable U.S. Government regulations.
• Lead or support customer visits, design reviews, supplier engagements, and technical working groups.
• Mentor and develop junior program managers.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support program execution and customer engagement.

Qualifications We Require:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of relevant program management experience OR an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading large, complex, cross-functional programs with direct customer interaction.• Experience preparing and managing EACs, program reviews, IMS, and lifecycle program artifacts.
• Experience with risk and opportunity management, IPDS processes, and program financial management.
• Ability to present effectively to senior leadership and customers in both technical and programmatic domains.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance.
• Experience in Air Dominance mission areas, international programs, or defense aerospace integration programs.
• Proposal leadership experience including ROMs, BOEs, Gate Reviews, and negotiation support.
• EVMS certification or experience managing EVMS programs.
• Experience with predictive analytics, data-driven program management tools, and digital transformation initiatives.

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 definitions 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.

Relocation is not available for this role.

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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