Program Operations Manager

Date Posted: 2026-10-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01 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 Manager to coordinate procurement, assembly, test, and shipment of Advanced RF/EW systems. This position serves as the focal point for daily execution activities required to deliver engineered development hardware on schedule. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the Manufacturing team and coordinating with other manufacturing organizations within Raytheon. This Program Operations Manager will work independently and as part of an Integrated Product Team, make decisions within defined guidelines, and operate effectively in changing conditions and team‑based environments. What You Will Do Lead manufacturing advance planning to ensure paperwork, tooling, processes, and personnel are prepared to meet build schedules. Direct and coordinate the sequencing of work, including build and delivery activities, to ensure smooth operations and effective use of resources. Manage budgets and perform cost account management activities for labor and material. Coordinate manufacturing and test failure investigations and drive corrective actions. Resolve assembly, test, and procurement challenges, including manufacturing resource constraints. Manage and guide manufacturing and production personnel in a matrixed organization. Support proposals for new business and updates to existing programs. Communicate directly with internal and external customers through routine tag-ups and program reviews. Lead cross-functional teams by facilitating collaboration, removing barriers, and driving issues to resolution. Apply strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence outcomes, build alignment, and maintain effective working relationships across Engineering, Operations, and Program Management. Coach and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting continuous improvement behaviors. Travel up to 10%. This position will be on-site at our Goleta, CA or El Segundo, CA locations. 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 in operations, manufacturing, program management, or project engineering. Experience managing budgets and/or performing cost account management activities. Experience coordinating cross-functional activities in a production or engineering environment. Experience using ERP or production planning systems (Special Program Access preferred). Qualifications We Prefer Experience leading project engineering or manufacturing teams, including in a matrixed organization. Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies. Earned Value Management (EVM) experience. Experience presenting to senior leaders and customers during reviews. 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. 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. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: 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. Location Info and/or Links El Segundo, CA: Goleta, CA: 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. 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 Raytheon