ESSM Depot Lead

Date Posted: 2026-10-09 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date 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. SE&TC is seeking an experienced and highly organized Depot Lead for the ESSM program, to lead day-to-day operations within our repair, overhaul, and recertification depot. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all depot activities, ensuring on time delivery, quality compliance, and efficient resource utilization. The Depot Lead will collaborate closely with Program Management, Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to support contractual requirements and customer commitments. What You Will Do: Manage, report, and consolidate various data points to track trends that inform leadership of Sustainment activity Develop and maintain schedules, priorities, and workflows to meet program deliverables Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations on troubleshooting, resolving technical issues, and driving process improvements Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance depot productivity and reduce cycle time Serve as Cost Account Manager (CAM) for the ESSM Depot contract; develop, track, and manage program budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis Prepare and deliver presentations for Program Reviews, external customer meetings, and team status updates Prepare and submit Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items as required Conduct risk and opportunity analysis and manage associated actions Provide productivity updates and status inputs for Monthly Business Reviews and metric reporting Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience. Experience with Cost Account Manager (CAM) and/or Earned Value (EV) management. Ability to obtain Interim Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. Qualifications We Prefer: Knowledge of Contracts and contract requirements and/or Finance to discuss and review customer agreements. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, program financials, and customer contracts, including the Estimates at Completion (EAC) process. Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to brief leadership, engage customers, and lead cross-functional teams. Solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to manage ambiguity, work across boundaries, and collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, Finance, and Mission Assurance. Experience working with Global Trade Compliance and navigating export documentation requirements. 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. Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr RTX