Technical Program Manager

Position Overview This is a position for candidates with research and development (R&D) program management experience. In this role, you will provide key program management support enabling NCT technical staff to deliver innovative solutions to customers in the Cyber and Electronic Warfare domains. Responsibilities Coordinate extensively across technical and functional support staff to enable on‑time, on‑budget delivery Translate customer needs and advise technical experts on optimal solutions Monitor spending, staffing, schedules, contracts, purchases, and deliverables Manage schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure execution within cost targets Identify, track, and mitigate program risks and issues Facilitate collaboration through clear communication and information sharing Employ PM best practices and tools to maintain alignment across complex projects Deliver regular project updates and insights to stakeholders and leadership Lead review meetings, inform decision making, and coordinate across project interdependencies Drive achievement of milestones through resource planning and progress tracking What You Will Gain Exposure to cutting‑edge technical work and innovative research Collaborate with a motivated, engaged team of experts pushing boundaries Develop hands‑on experience managing complex defense projects Build program management skills through resource coordination and planning, scheduling, and budget oversight Visibility into the end‑to‑end program lifecycle from concept to delivery Interact closely with customers to understand emerging capability needs Contribute to developing solutions that give warfighters a decisive technology edge Strengthen communication, organization, and leadership skills Advance your career as a program management professional working with pioneering technologies Qualifications (Required) Active Top Secret with eligibility to obtain SCI Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5 years of experience, or an advanced degree with 3 years experience Experience executing program management practices on Government‑funded R&D contracts Experience planning, staffing, and tracking multi‑person projects Analytical thinker able to synthesize data Resourceful problem‑solver able to spot issues, communicate risks, and take action to solve problems Collaborative team player passionate about technology Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and financial tracking in Excel Proficiency with collaboration tools such as Confluence and Teams Strong written and verbal communication skills Position may require some amount of overnight travel Preferred Qualifications Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and relationship building skills Initiates, prioritizes, and manages multiple tasks and programs effectively Prior experience managing subcontractors Eager learner focused on continuous PM skills development Skilled at project scheduling, reporting, and stakeholder management Experience in research and development of Cyber, EW, RF or Networking capabilities Interest in the pursuit and capture process for competitive proposals for Government funding Active TS//SCI security clearance Benefits and Compensation Salary range: $95,500 – $181,700 USD. 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. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability 401(k) match Flexible spending accounts Flexible work schedules Employee assistance program Educational assistance Child/adult backup care Parental leave (including paternal) Relocation assistance available Access to RTX opportunities for research transition to fielding Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prattwhitney