Program Operations Principal Specialist (Onsite)

Location & Role Type Position: Onsite. Location: 2501 W University Dr, Wing C BLDG, McKinney, TX 75071, United States of America. Requires U.S. citizenship and a valid security clearance (DoD Secret). What You Will Do Own operations execution on established and emerging DOD and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) programs with cost‑plus and firm‑fixed contract types and ensure On‑Time Delivery of all customer commitments. Actively participate in business pursuit and capture, including developing TINA (Truth in Negotiations Act) compliant Basis of Estimates (BOE) submittals leading to contract awards. Drive Transition to Production activities to prepare the McKinney factory for the next franchise set of programs. Lead Front End of the Business (FEOTB) activities including contract requirements review, BOM development, MRP requirements planning, manufacturing execution plan development, and make/buy/where strategy and execution. Lead multi‑functional teams in problem resolution and driving productivity improvement and efficiencies through HPU, lead time, cycle time, and other improvement initiatives using CORE Six Sigma, lean practices, and similar analytical improvement methods and tools. Identify and manage operational risks and opportunities throughout each phase of the business cycle by developing and implementing risk mitigation and opportunity capture plans. Provide leadership, management, and coordination of manufacturing resources to support program requirements and actively collaborate while maintaining positive relationships with program management, cross‑functional leadership, suppliers, customers, and government representatives. Execute operations control account manager functions including developing and managing budget, cost accounts, and baselines, performing EACs, earned value management tasks, and variance analyses and recovery plans. Partner with program managers in strategic contract shaping and execution. Qualifications Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is required. Experience with proposal and basis of estimate development in a DoD environment. Minimum of 5 years of program operations, management, factory operations, or related experience. Experience with Raytheon processes and systems such as STAGES, IPDS, Common PDM, CRS, CORE/R6S, PRISM/APEX, CMES, IMRO, and PROP. Experience in new production development, Bill of Materials & WBS structures. Directly related experience in operations, project engineering, or project management on production, development, and depot programs with prior leadership skills in a team‑based manufacturing environment. Experience with business and project management tools and procedures. Substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs, or systems to provide enhancements within the job area. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate program status, issues, and resolution plans across all major stakeholders, including Raytheon senior management, customers, and major subcontractors. Control account or financial performance experience. Salary & Benefits The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD. 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 on the specific business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also 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. Company Values Safety Trust Respect Accountability Collaboration Innovation 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