Electro Optics Growth Program Manager

Electro Optics Growth Program Manager

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Electro Optics Growth Program Manager is responsible for program execution of multiple classified study and prototype contracts ranging in size from $1M - $30M with a 5-year Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and unfactored growth target of $100M. This position is responsible for effective execution and reporting of all efforts to both the external customer and to the Advanced Technology / Advanced Electrical Optics (AEO) leadership.

The purpose of this position includes establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships in a complex technical environment and partnering with government counterparts to market potential programs in the Science and Technology Acquisition community. The quality of execution of these technology studies and prototype contracts, along with these customer relationships, will shape major future programs. It is vital that Raytheon understand the customer needs to enable us to provide low-risk solutions in the near-term and more robust solutions in the future. The technology developed and/or presented through these studies/prototypes and the execution of these contracts is key for Raytheon to continue to receive current and future awards.

Along with the technical complexity, this team member will need to maneuver through very complex customer communities ranging from highly technical to end users. In addition, you will be required to maneuver complex security requirements. You will be expected to have highly persuasive skills to influence peers, executive level individuals and senior level customers to make investment decisions resulting in new programs. Collaboration with other Raytheon strategic business units will be expected in the form of influencing strategies to take advantage of multi-sensor solutions while pursuing/capturing traditional programs. This position will report into the AEO EOIR Warfare Portfolio Director and will be part of the Portfolio Leadership Team.

This role is Onsite in McKinney, Texas.

What You Will Do

• Presenting program status utilizing business and project management tools and procedures such as Agile Development, CORE, EVMS, IMS/IMP, Risk Management, Financial Forecasts and EAC
• Transitioning programs to other strategic business units within Raytheon
• Working with all functional organizations to ensure program is properly staffed and ensuring that the functions are engaged on programs
• Organizing and tracking performance of engineering subject matter experts
• Generating new programs
• Turning engineering ideas into conceptual programs

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Experience in Systems Engineering and Program / Project Management
• Experience with EO/IR sensor technology
• Experience interfacing with DoD and/or Science Technology customers
• Experience managing and reporting EVMS, cost schedule, Risk, Financial Forecasts and/or EACs
• Active and transferrable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Raytheon Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience managing special access programs
• Customer Interface experience such as presenting program status utilizing business and project management tools and procedures
• Experience with Agile program start-up and execution
• Experience managing strategic programs to facilitate growth
• Understanding of Electronic Warfare technology
• Understanding of Raytheons EO/IR products
• Hands-on experience working with customer to derive requirements
• Understanding of EO/IR systems architecture or software architecture

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Eligible for relocation

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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 candidates 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 companys 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.

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