Security-Cleared Program Operations Lead

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Program Operations Manager (POM) to coordinate with SMCs, factories, and cross-functional teams on development programs in Tucson, AZ. You will guide sequencing of operations, align with design, and influence producibility and affordability.

This onsite role interfaces PMO, functional leaders, and operations, owning EAC and budget, and supporting gate reviews, production transition, and security considerations. Will require travel and extended hours.

Qualifications

• Degree in production/manufacturing or related field required.
• 10+ years experience in manufacturing/ops; 7+ with advanced degree.
• Experience with PRISM or similar inventory systems.
• Knowledge of risk and opportunity management and CAM certification.
• Experience maintaining schedules in cross-functional environments.
• Leadership in fast-paced manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead program and functional managers to support process-focused factories.
• Be accountable for factory integration and program performance.
• Act as Operations point of contact for proposal development.
• Coordinate and develop operations requirements for gate reviews.
• Own the program's EAC and budget.
• Present program status at Monthly Management Reviews.
• Direct support of manufacturing activities on site.
• Travel domestically and work across buildings; support NPIs.

Skills

Manufacturing/Operations experience

Risk & Opportunity Management

Schedule management

CAM certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Production/Manufacturing or related field

Advanced degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

RTX is seeking a Program Operations Manager (POM) to coordinate with SMCs, factories, and cross-functional teams on development programs in Tucson, AZ. You will guide sequencing of operations, align with design, and influence producibility and affordability.

This onsite role interfaces PMO, functional leaders, and operations, owning EAC and budget, and supporting gate reviews, production transition, and security considerations. Will require travel and extended hours.