Deputy Program Lead, Advanced Airborne Systems

3M HEALTHCARE; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Deputy Program Manager for Advanced Airborne Systems Production in Plano, TX. You will oversee IPTs across production contracts, report to the Production Program Manager, and drive cost, schedule, and performance commitments while improving cadence and throughput.

Ideal candidates have a university degree with 10+ years or an advanced degree with 7+ years, strong EVMS experience, and an active Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent experience) with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 7 years experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including engineering, contracts, finance, and administrative functions.
• Experience engaging and reporting to executive stakeholders.
• Experience in program or project management handling cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Production experience and EVMS or similar program experience.
• Program Management Level 5 Certification within 12 months of hire.
• Active Top Secret security clearance (current).
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Act as Deputy Program Manager, supporting IPTs and control accounts across all production contracts to meet cost, schedule, and performance commitments.
• Execute and enhance program cadence (battle rhythm) and develop actionable metrics to achieve throughput increases in production builds.
• Collaborate with internal factories and suppliers to meet program goals and commitments.
• Lead with influence to develop and organize matrixed teams effectively.
• Deliver on financial, technical, and schedule performance, ensuring all contractual and company expectations are met.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, internally and externally.
• Support programs through the full lifecycle, including proposal development and contract close-out activities.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

EVMS experience

Executive reporting

Contract management

Production experience

Top Secret clearance

U.S. citizenship

Cost control

Schedule management

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree

Tools

EVMS tooling

Job description

RTX is seeking a Deputy Program Manager for Advanced Airborne Systems Production in Plano, TX. You will oversee IPTs across production contracts, report to the Production Program Manager, and drive cost, schedule, and performance commitments while improving cadence and throughput.

Ideal candidates have a university degree with 10+ years or an advanced degree with 7+ years, strong EVMS experience, and an active Top Secret clearance.