Program Manager, Emerging Innovations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX’s Raytheon Vision System go-to Program Manager position in Goleta, CA, drives program baselines and schedules, aligning IPTs and the chief engineer to execution. You will oversee budgets, risk, and technical performance, while coordinating bids and proposals through the contract lifecycle.

The role requires interfacing with customers and vendors, and travel for customer needs is expected. DoD security clearance and related experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 5+ years of program management experience.
• Experience interfacing with customers, vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of EVMS, risk management and bid/proposals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage financial baselines aligned with objectives.
• Coordinate IPTs and the chief engineer to execute the program.
• Support bids, proposals, contracts; manage budgets, schedules, metrics.
• Travel domestically as needed.
• Drive technology development and roadmaps.
• Align CRaD with IRaD.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

EVMS

Budget management

Scheduling

FPA design

Proposals bidding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

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

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. We are seeking a Program Manager within Raytheon Vision System (RVS) Tactical Products, part of our Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) business.

What You Will Do

• Work as the Program Manager to establish and manage financial baselines, ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer expectations
• Serve as the central hub to enable the Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and the functional team to execute effectively
• Support the bidding, proposals and execution to contract requirements, including managing budgets, schedules, and technical performance metrics.
• Travel domestically for business and customer needs
• Drive technology development and roadmaps
• Align Customer Research and Development (CRaD) with RVS Internal Research and Development (IRaD)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Experience interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and/or cross-functional teams
• Program management skills including managing cost and schedule, Earned Value Management (EVMS), risk & opportunity, bids, proposals, and/or business strategy
• Experience in Focal Plane Assembly (FPA) design, manufacturing, and processing or related technical development experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• PhD or Advanced degree
• Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to obtain in one year
• Self-starter with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to build trust-based relationships with customers and internal teams to foster collaboration and drive program success
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, communication, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas effectively to audience
• Knowledge of RVS and EOIRS products and end use
• Active Secret DoD clearance

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available. 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. 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.

Location Info

Goleta, CA: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location

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.

Company Information

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.