Senior Manager, Patriot Sustainment and Modernization Programs

Date Posted: 2026-06-03 Country: United States of America Location: US-OK-LAWTON-711 ~ 1 Sw 11Th St ~ BLDG 111, Ste 290 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: Secret - Current 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. Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated candidate to lead the development and execution of comprehensive product support initiatives that ensure the sustainment, modernization, and operational readiness of Patriot systems for U.S. and international partners across 18 nations. You will drive long term system viability by shaping resource investment decisions across personnel, funding, and schedules, enabling Raytheon to maintain its leadership as a trusted provider of Integrated Air and Missile Defense solutions. Through cross-functional coordination and strategic planning, you will ensure that global Patriot customers receive enduring, high-quality support that advances mission readiness and strengthens international partnerships. What You Will Do Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, program management, operations, and global customer teams to deliver integrated support solutions that enhance mission readiness. Develop and implement data driven support strategies that optimize system availability, reduce lifecycle costs, and extend system relevance for global users Provide oversight of sustainment planning, and modernization roadmaps Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Operational and Sustainment Concepts of Operations for existing and emerging Patriot ground systems, BMC4I and missiles. Ensure effective alignment of product support activities with contractual requirements, customer expectations, and Raytheon business objectives Present program status, risk assessments, and investment recommendations to senior leadership and customer stakeholders Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation across the product support lifecycle to improve performance and customer satisfaction Participate in color team reviews and proposal development Expected to support domestic and international travel as needed Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience Experience in Integrated Air and Missile Defense operations, sustainment, logistics, or systems support Experience in sustainment strategy development and lifecycle support Experience leading interoperability efforts, including joint logistics planning, multinational repair integration, and technical data alignment Qualifications We Prefer Department of War Capabilities Portfolio Management (CPM) experience Experience engaging with international military services throughout the MENA, INDOPACOM, and CENTCOM theaters Demonstrated leadership with a strong record of driving cross‑functional initiatives that deliver measurable results Skilled in managing a variety of stakeholders and gaining alignment while clearly communicating complex strategies to senior leaders What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance 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. 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: This position is an onsite role, located in Lawton, OK. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.