Program Operations Principal Specialist (Onsite)

Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C BLDG Date Posted: 2026-06-17 Country: United States of America Position Role Type: Onsite Security Clearance: DoD Clearance: Secret. Active and existing clearance required after day 1. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. 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 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 estimate at complete (EACs), earned value management tasks, and variance analyses and recovery plans. Partner with program managers in strategic contract shaping & execution. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of three years’ experience. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer Experience with proposal and basis of estimate development in a DoD environment. Minimum of five 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. What We Offer SALARY RANGE: 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD (good faith estimate). Benefits: 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, holidays. Additional benefits may apply based on specific business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs. Benefits and wages may vary by location and position level. Equal Opportunity Information 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 Raytheon