Date Posted:

2026-11-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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 Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

 

The Naval Standard Missile Systems (NSMS) production team is seeking a highly motivated leader to serve as an Execution Program Manager supporting the SM-2 program. This role shares profit and loss responsibility for a production program and oversees day‑to‑day execution for a production contract.

 

**This is an onsite position at our Tucson, AZ facility

**Relocation assistance is NOT available

**Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret) is required prior to start

 

Will You Will Do:

• Drive program cadence to ensure alignment on priorities, issue resolution, and support needs across the team.
• Own day‑to‑day execution of the production program, including cost, schedule, performance management, fulfillment of contractual commitments, and delivery of financial commitments to the business.
• Support the Program Management Team (PMT), Hardware Management Teams (HMTs), and functional partners in the execution of production contracts, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) targets.
• Lead daily program cadence activities, including PMT and CORE Control Room meetings, schedule performance management, risk review boards, customer reviews, monthly management reviews (MMRs) with the USN customer, staff reviews, and decision forums.
• Build strong partnerships with functional organizations (HMTs/IPTs/CPTs) including Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality, Logistics, Data Management, and administrative support functions.
• Lead key program management processes such as scope board governance, critical chain management, and monthly financial reporting.
• Close collaboration with the business team on EAC execution, monitoring performance to labor and material forecast, earn value reporting, and tracking progress toward AOP targets.
• Support domestic travel to key suppliers and manufacturing/factory sites as required. (Up to 25%)

 

What You Will Learn:

• Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen
• SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables
• Lead day-to-day production program, EAC Process, and Supplier Management
• Customer relationship building

 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Prior Program and/or Project Management Experience
• Prior experience with financial analysis tools and/or systems
• Prior experience with Earned Value Management System (or similar program/system)
• or EVMS Certification
• Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Raytheon Program Management Certification Level 5 Certification or ability to obtain within a year
• Demonstrated program execution experience managing program staffing, assignments and resources
• Working knowledge of contract formation, execution, and management

 

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.
• Relocation – NOT AVAILABLE

 

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.
• Location:   Tucson, AZ
• 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

 

Learn More & Apply Now!

 

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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