Digital Program Lead- Must have an active TS clearance

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Program Manager for Digital Transformation to partner with SBU leadership and PM teams. You will drive a strategic DT roadmap, manage scope, cost and schedule, and lead cross-functional root-cause analyses across complex programs.

You will oversee KPIs, EVMS and staffing, while aligning with engineering and proposal teams to capture requirements and enable execution. Security regs (DFARS, CMMC, RMF, JSIG) govern the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/MIS/Engineering with 8+ years of directly related experience, or a master’s degree with 5+ years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship and Top Secret security clearance required.
• Experience in Overall Information Technology, Software/Systems Engineering, and/or Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as DT touchpoint for SBU Leadership, PM, and SSBU Directors; act as strategic partner for digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and execute a strategic DT roadmap to streamline opportunities and manage scope, cost, and schedule performance.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and root cause analysis to solve complex DT program challenges.
• Manage KPIs, financials, EVMS, and staffing; provide regular status reports and operations reviews.
• Partner with engineering and proposal teams to capture requirements and create executable plans.
• Oversee the Program Annual Operating Plan (AOP), track capital and expense spending, ensuring compliance with security and infrastructure regulations (DFARS, CMMC, RMF, JSIG).
• Direct DT resources and third-party collaborations to advance Agile initiatives and streamline procurement and technical solutions.

Skills

Agile leadership

Cross-functional teams

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/MIS/Engineering

Master’s degree (optional)

Job description

What You Will Do

• Serve as DT touchpoint for SBU Leadership, Program Management, and SSBU Directors, acting as a strategic partner and escalation point for digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and execute a strategic DT roadmap focused on streamlining opportunities and managing scope, cost, and schedule performance.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and root cause analysis to solve complex DT program challenges.
• Manage key performance metrics, financials, EVMS, and staffing, providing regular status reports and operations reviews.
• Partner with engineering and proposal teams to capture requirements, create executable plans, and ensure effective program support across functions.
• Oversee the Program Annual Operating Plan (AOP), track capital and expense spending, and ensure compliance with security and infrastructure regulations (DFARS, CMMC, RMF, JSIG).
• Direct DT resources, and third-party collaborations to advance Agile initiatives and streamline procurement and technical solutions.

Qualifications - You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, MIS, Engineering, Math, STEM degree and must have a minimum of 8 years of directly related experience or a master’s degree and 5 years of directly related experience
• Must have and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance with ability to be read on to special access programs
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience in Overall Information Technology, Software/Systems Engineering, and/or Program Management experience

Qualifications - We Prefer

• Extensive experience as an Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Product Manager, leading cross-functional teams with PMP and/or PMX/CMX Certification
• HIGHLY Desired Expertise in project management, risk/opportunity analysis, cost analysis (CAM), and performance tracking across complex programs.
• Understanding of software development, systems integration, DevSecOps, Continuous Improvement and testing processes through the full program life cycle.
• Strong leadership skills, adept at motivating teams, managing large portfolios/backlogs, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communicator with expertise in business case analysis, ROI modeling, contract/SOW negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.

Relocation Eligibility

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.

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.

• 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.
• 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.

Salary Range

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.

Location

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

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.