Program Chief Engineer (ONSITE)

RTX; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Program Chief Engineer to lead engineering execution for a DoD communications program in Marlborough, MA. The PCE will own technical scope, cost, and schedule, coordinating with the Program Office and customer to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires strong leadership across engineering disciplines, proven EVMS experience, and a track record of managing complex development lifecycles, risks, and opportunities. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Engineer, Project Engineer, or IPT Lead.
• Strong knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with focus on communications systems.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Experience across all phases of development program lifecycle.
• Experience in Risk and Opportunity management.
• STEM degree; 10+ years relevant experience or advanced degree with 7+ years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program - including the decision authority over Engineering activities.
• Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs).
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) for all Engineering matters.
• Manage overall budget and schedule for Engineering tasks, working closely with the engineering discipline organizations to review program execution on a periodic basis to ensure schedule and cost remain on target.
• Develop executable Estimates at Completion (EAC) for the program in collaboration with the responsible Engineering Cost Account Managers (CAMs).
• Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date, and work with Engineering discipline organizations to ensure appropriate staffing is assigned.
• Provide oversight and review all program metrics for engineering.
• Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program, leveraging the enterprise to mitigate key risks and capture opportunities.
• Ensure effective engineering management of suppliers in accordance with subcontractor statement of work, requirements specifications, and engineering processes.
• Identify and exploit synergies across programs and across the Enterprise.
• Provide accurate and timely status reports to Program and Engineering organizations.

Skills

Technical Program Manager

IPT Lead

EVMS

Lifecycle experience

Risk & Opportunity management

Engineering disciplines knowledge

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-26

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

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

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Strategic Communications team is seeking an experienced Program Chief Engineer (PCE) to join and expand our team developing state-of-the-art communications systems. The PCE has primary accountability for meeting technical requirements and scope for the program, including engineering costs and schedule commitments. The PCE is the single Engineering point of contact responsible for leading all Engineering activities on the program. The PCE also works closely with the Program Office and external customer.

What You Will Do

• Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program - including the decision authority over Engineering activities
• Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs)
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) for all Engineering matters
• Manage overall budget and schedule for Engineering tasks, working closely with the engineering discipline organizations to review program execution on a periodic basis to ensure schedule and cost remain on target
• Develop executable Estimates at Completion (EAC) for the program in collaboration with the responsible Engineering Cost Account Managers (CAMs)
• Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date, and work with Engineering discipline organizations to ensure appropriate staffing is assigned
• Provide oversight and review all program metrics for engineering
• Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program, leveraging the enterprise to mitigate key risks and capture opportunities
• Ensure effective engineering management of suppliers in accordance with subcontractor statement of work, requirements specifications, and engineering processes
• Identify and exploit synergies across programs and across the Enterprise
• Provide accurate and timely status reports to Program and Engineering organizations

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Engineer, Project Engineer, or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead
• Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on communications systems development
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Experience in all phases of development program lifecycle
• Experience in Risk and Opportunity management
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Agile and/or DevSecOps development methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead a development team through transition to sustainment
• Experience developing satellite communications systems
• Knowledge of Raytheon, products, technologies, and processes
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing and/or managing electronics fabrication/suppliers
• Experience with Navy and Air Force platforms, requirements, objectives

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• This position is eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!