Senior Program Manager - Fire Control Radar Production

Date Posted: 2026-05-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizenship / Security Clearance: 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 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. Raytheon - Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) is seeking a Senior Manager, Program Management to support a highly visible complex program area within the Radar Frequency Solutions (RFS) Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU). The successful candidate will primarily support customers managing Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) for the Fire Control Radar (FCR) business area through a mix of production, development and sustainment considerations. In addition, you will be expected to set strategy, vision and direction for successful execution focused on overall product affordability, product integrity, on-time deliveries to enable near, mid, and long-term business growth. There will be high visibility to include executive leadership engagement; as this is one of the core products/programs that drive success all the way up to the Strategic Business Unit level. This is an onsite position located in El Segundo, CA. What You Will Do Proactively account for DMS components that already exist and new ones in relation to what will be needed to support the FCR business area Understand and represent customer needs to leadership while building and maintaining excellent relationships with customers and key suppliers Manage risk, opportunity, cost, quality and schedule performance of key suppliers that support DMS lifetime buys Ensure program performance and adherence to program plans, schedules and budgets Manage cross functional teams across multiple Raytheon sites Manage Appropriation Request (AR) preparation, statements of work and specifications, negotiation, and administration of purchase orders with suppliers Travel domestically to support supplier and business engagements Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience Program management or leadership experience Experience supporting proposal activity Experience managing cost, schedule, and performance for programs with use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Risk and Opportunity Management and/or similar business practices Qualifications We Prefer Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to obtain within one year Proven success creating and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, primes and/or internal peers Experience overseeing and monitoring supplier performance; develop preventive and corrective actions as necessary Experience with Raytheon manufacturing process and teams Active Secret U.S. government issued security clearance 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 The salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 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. 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