Digital Program Lead (DPL) – Advanced Product & Solutions (APS) - El Segundo CA (ONSITE)

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Digital Program Lead to plan and execute Digital Technology scope, aligning with program goals and security requirements.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage cost, schedule and performance, and coordinate with program management, engineering, security and finance to deliver trusted digital solutions.

This onsite role requires U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance; relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field with minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary, cross-functional matrixed teams.
• Experience with cost, schedule, and performance tracking for DT tasks, including financial planning and risk management.
• Experience interacting with senior leadership, customers, program management, and suppliers.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute DT scope in alignment with performance standards, leveraging innovative solutions and initiatives.
• Lead DT and program-related projects through development and implementation, utilizing project planning, team coordination, and leadership presentations.
• Manage changes in scope and function of DT environments throughout the program lifecycle.
• Monitor and oversee cost, schedule, and performance of DT tasks/projects, including financial planning, forecasting, and risk/opportunity tracking.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams such as Program Management, Engineering, Security, Manufacturing, Finance, and Integrated Supply Chain to ensure effective program support.
• Communicate program status and contractual deliverables to internal and external stakeholders, including strategic and tactical leadership levels.
• Participate in pre-proposal and proposal processes, strategizing with Capture Teams, Engineering, and other functions to document requirements and create executable plans.
• Ensure compliance with security and infrastructure regulations, including DFARS, CMMC, RMF, and JSIG.
• Travel domestically as required to support program needs.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Cost & schedule tracking

Stakeholder communication

Security clearance liaison

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-30

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E04 ~ 2006 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E04

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: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on 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 has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Program Lead (DPL) in the Advanced Product & Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) located in El Segundo, CA. This onsite role is critical to ensuring the successful planning and execution of Digital Technology (DT) scope in support of program work environment needs. You will act as a key touchpoint for program leadership, program management teams, and functional partners, serving as a business partner and change agent for digital transformation.

What You Will Do:

• Plan and execute DT scope in alignment with performance standards, leveraging innovative solutions and initiatives.
• Lead DT and program-related projects through development and implementation, utilizing project planning, team coordination, and leadership presentations.
• Manage changes in scope and function of DT environments throughout the program lifecycle.
• Monitor and oversee cost, schedule, and performance of DT tasks/projects, including financial planning, forecasting, and risk/opportunity tracking.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams such as Program Management, Engineering, Security, Manufacturing, Finance, and Integrated Supply Chain to ensure effective program support.
• Communicate program status and contractual deliverables to internal and external stakeholders, including strategic and tactical leadership levels.
• Participate in pre-proposal and proposal processes, strategizing with Capture Teams, Engineering, and other functions to document requirements and create executable plans.
• Ensure compliance with security and infrastructure regulations, including DFARS, CMMC, RMF, and JSIG.
• Travel domestically as required to support program needs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advance Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience as a Project Manager leading large, multi-disciplined, cross-functional matrixed teams within a multi-program environment.
• Experience with cost, schedule, and performance tracking for DT tasks, including financial planning and risk management.
• Experience interacting with senior leadership, customers, program management, and suppliers.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading large-scale information technology programs involving multi-site, multi-company collaboration.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, IT management and tracking tools.
• Working experience with Agile methodologies (SAFe or Scrum Alliance) and familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies.
• Knowledge of systems engineering, software development, systems integration, and testing processes across the program lifecycle.
• Experience with contracts, statements of work (SOWs), basis of estimates (BOEs), and IT/Engineering processes and practices, Control Account Management (CAM) or Earned Value Management System (EVMS) certification or similar budget tracking experience.
• PMP and/or PMX/CMX certification. Knowledge or certification in industry standards such as Six Sigma, CMMI, ITIL, or Agile methodologies.
• Experience with hardware and software procurement for IT infrastructure.

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 assistance is available.
• Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.

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