Principal Program Execution Lead

Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB2 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ SUDBURY BLDG, Tewksbury Tb2 200 Sudbury

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 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 today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon Hardware Engineering leads in the mechanical hardware design, development, and production of weapons systems. We use state-of-the-art tools, processes, and technology, with capabilities encompassing a broad range of technical disciplines, including product engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials engineering, analysis and test, rapid hardware development/builds and configuration and data management documentation.

The Engineering Rapid Build Services (ERBS) department within Hardware Engineering is chartered to deliver agile services. We bridge across Operations and Engineering, providing solutions through the execution of quick-turn design, procurement, manufacturing, and environmental test services. ERBS is skilled in special test equipment, program trainers, and cooling systems mechanical design. We utilize Creo and Common Product Data Management (PDM) with tailored release processes for maximum cross-use and flexibility. ERBS executes prototyping and high-mix/low-rate procurement and fabrication activities with a focus on in-house electro-mechanical packaging, support equipment and liquid cooling systems integration, and partner with outside suppliers to satisfy all demands. We strive to minimize cycle times and provide best value through the utilization of dynamic and agile processes.

ERBS has an opening for a Principal Program Execution Lead, located on-site in Tewksbury, MA.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for producing and reviewing EAC’s for assigned scope with department leadership and internal customers
• Manage cost and schedule for assigned programs and provide status reporting
• Analyze financial data to drive program health and provide variance explanations as appropriate.
• Coordinate interaction between engineering, manufacturing, and our suppliers
• Plan, schedule and manage material procurement progress for assigned program
• Communicate with buyers and suppliers to ensure on time delivery of ordered material
• Plan, Schedule and manage the build activity through completion in ERBS assembly areas.
• Coordinate engineering support to the manufacturing floor to address non-conformances.
• Act as liaison between Design Engineering and ERBS Operations
• Collect and analyze data required to provide EVMS support and program statusing to IPT Leads and PMO
• Analyze program manpower demands and secure required manpower (both exempt and non-exempt)
• Interact regularly with internal PMO customer and periodically with external customer.
• Coordinate QA dispositioning, accepting, and selling of deliverable hardware.
• Key stake holder/reviewer in Preliminary and Critical design reviews and Ship Readiness Reviews
• Coordinate hand-offs of completed equipment to internal customers.
• Coordinate shipping of hardware with logistics ensuring on-time delivery to customer.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Strong experience producing, interpreting, and presenting EAC’s to leadership.
• Experience in working with supply chain and understanding procurement process
• Experience with managing personnel, schedule, and budget within engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience with interpreting engineering documents including drawings, schematics, and parts lists.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters Degree in Engineering Management
• Certified in Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Experience in bidding including formal proposals to the US Government customer.
• Experience in analyzing financial data.
• Experience in Product Data Management (PDM), PRISM and/or other SAP products
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing environment and managing suppliers.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

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. 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 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.

• 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

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.

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.