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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Digital Program Lead (DPL) to drive planning and execution of Digital Technology scope for programs. You will partner with program management, engineering, security, and finance to ensure successful delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience (or 5 with advanced degree), strong project management, cost/schedule control, and a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

DevSecOps tools

Job description

Position Summary

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

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

Position Classification

This position is classified as: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.

Interview Process

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.

Salary & Benefits

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.

• 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

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.

Location & Work Arrangement

Location: 2006 E El Segundo Blvd, BLDG E04, El Segundo, CA. 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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Overview

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.