Program Operations Project Manager

Date Posted: 2026-10-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after 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 Program Operations Project Manager responsible for the execution of development contracts supporting multiple programs in the Airborne Spectrum Dominance (ASD) business area. This role works closely with Program Management, multiple factories, and Supply Chain to coordinate the build and delivery of program hardware in a fast-paced environment. The position includes responsibilities related to capital, IRAD, and key manufacturing technologies, with a focus on strategies to transition follow-on work to various Raytheon business units. Additional responsibilities include developing and communicating strategies and tactics to reduce cost, improve quality, enhance performance and reliability, and improve overall product competitiveness. This role serves as the liaison between manufacturing and the program office and requires regular communication with factory and program leadership to address control account management, operations status, issues, risks, and opportunities. What You Will Do Manage early program planning activities by defining key deliverables, establishing execution plans, and aligning stakeholders on scope and requirements. Oversee Bill of Material (BOM) and requirements management, ensuring accuracy, configuration control, and schedule alignment. Execute Control Account Management, including monitoring, analyzing, and reporting cost, schedule, and quality performance. Coordinate with program and factory engineering to develop the BOM structure and build plan that aligns with manufacturing capabilities and program timelines. Ensure engineering drawings and documentation are released on schedule to support procurement and production activities. Maintain BOM accuracy and Line of Balance to ensure material availability and alignment with program schedules. Interface with factory teams to assess and plan for build, test, equipment, tooling, and facility requirements. Lead and facilitate factory readiness reviews to confirm production processes, documentation, and resources are prepared for execution. Develop and manage risk and opportunity plans, including identifying impacts and implementing mitigation or enhancement actions. Prepare Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and support quick-turn proposals by providing operational, cost, schedule, and risk inputs. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience. Experience with Office 365, specifically Excel, Word, and Powerpoint. Experience with ERP and Supply Chain Systems. Experience supporting development, production, and life-cycle sustainment activities. EVMS training or certification. Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret or higher clearance level or program access after start date. We Prefer Experience with RF components, subassemblies, or related architectures. Experience improving manufacturing process flows or transitioning products from development to production. Experience with continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma, Lean). Experience with Control Account Management (CAM) or IPDS Gate Review processes. 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. 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 Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (dependent on level and collective bargaining agreement) The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Location This position will be on-site at our Plano, TX location. Equal Opportunity 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 Privacy Policy and Terms: Additional Information 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. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. This role is a U.S.-based role. #J-18808-Ljbffr RTX