Senior Program Manager

Prattwhitney; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vacation (3 weeks)

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life & disability insurance

Parental leave benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Signal Technology seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex DoD/IC programs in support of the Advanced Technology Division. You will drive mission-focused program execution, manage customer objectives, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires 10+ years in defense, strong program management experience, and active TS/SCI clearance. Domestic travel up to 25% is expected, with onsite work at Salt Lake City, UT.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Typically requires 10 years of defense or intelligence industry experience as a program manager
• Experience overseeing complex technical programs to meet contract deliverables
• Experience with RF systems including antennas, amplifiers, and/or modems and hardware/software integration
• Experience leading teams of engineers and presenting to large groups
• Ability to interact with customers and translate objectives into solutions
• Experience writing monthly program and status reports
• Ability to identify, quantify, and communicate risks and mitigation strategies
• Experience working with Finance, Security, Supply Chain and Scheduling
• Active and transferable TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain polygraph

Responsibilities

• Identify unmet mission needs and maximize contract growth
• Deliver on a dynamic, mission-driven program within budget and schedule
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage customer interactions
• Provide proactive risk management and status reporting
• Coordinate with Finance, Security, Supply Chain and Scheduling to ensure program success

Skills

Program Management

Customer interaction

Leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Schedule/budget management

Proposal management

Team leadership

Education

STEM degree

Master’s degree in Business or STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

Atlassian (Jira/Confluence)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-UT-WEST VALLEY CITY-1127-CUST ~ 1127 W 2320 South ~ 2320 S (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI with Poly - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace 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. Collins Aerospace 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. Applied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our Advanced Technology Division (ATD). Applied Signal Technology, provides trusted Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Cyber solutions for the U.S. and its partners. AST’s work in real-time signal processing, high-capacity broadband communications, modern signals and telecom protocols, wireless communications, passive and active techniques, precision geolocation of RF emitters, real-time data analysis and sense-making, multi-INT ISR, and data network operations provides a technically challenging, yet rewarding environment. AST’s Quick Reaction Capabilities (QRC) and direct on-mission customer engagement provides the opportunity to see how one’s efforts directly impact customer missions. AST’s work environment is passionate, highly collaborative, and provides employees the freedom to strengthen and expand one’s skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with customers This is an ONSITE role at our Salt Lake City, UT location. To find out more about AST, please click the following link - Applied Signal Technology.

WHO WE ARE

What You Will Do:

You will work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment, be a self-starter, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will be comfortable in representing the company in various situations, sometimes as the sole representative. You will identify unmet mission needs of our customer to maximize contract growth and adjacent technology opportunities. You will ensure satisfaction of customer technical objectives within cost and schedule constraints Travel: Domestic travel requires up to 25% to customer and partner locations, as well as other RTX locations The ideal candidate will be an experienced DOD/IC Program Manager who can deliver on a dynamic, mission-driven program, within budget and schedule, and meeting the needs of the customer CONOP. A strong work ethic, flexibility, and adaptability are essential to respond to customer and mission-critical needs.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience as a Program Manager
• Typically requires 10 years of experience in the defense or intelligence industry as an engineer / project engineer / program manager, and experience in direct customer interaction
• Program Management experience overseeing complex technical programs to meet the deliverables of the contract
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) systems including antennas, amplifiers, and/or modems, and Hardware/Software integration
• Experience leading teams of engineers, presenting formal presentations in front of large groups, conducting detailed reviews, handling multiple projects and tasks, innovating and providing strategic direction, and making critical decisions while under pressure.
• Ability to work closely with customers, senior management, and cross-disciplined technical staff to thoroughly understand customer objectives and then to direct and deliver solutions
• Experience writing monthly program and status reports
• Ability to identify, quantify, and communicate risks internally within the company, and externally to the customer, and develop/execute mitigation strategies
• Experience working with functional organizations (Finance, Security, Supply Chain and Scheduling)
• Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active and existing Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) with polygraph or active compartmented clearance (within 24 months)
• Master’s degree in Business or STEM related field
• Ability to understand customer objectives and concepts, extending those concepts into a workable software/firmware/hardware architecture/design as customer objectives become clearer and as new objectives emerge
• Effective use of program management tools such as Microsoft Suite or Atlassian products to proactively manage and status the program.
• Knowledge of program management processes for execution.
• Experience with Capture Management, such as leading proposal efforts
• Experience managing classified TS/SCI programs PM or IPTL for an activity with at least 20+ personnel
• 10 years’ experience as lead for SIGINT, COMINT, or MASINT applications / products / programs, with experience in direct customer technical interaction, preferably with government customers
• Experience in leading captures and proposals, including capture management and proposal management – practical experience and/or formal training
• Understanding of telecommunications and data communications system concepts and/or digital signal processing (DSP)
• Program Manager certified, including Earned Value Management (EVM) certifications or training
• Formal training in proposal and capture management for federal business (Shipley or other industry recognized institution)

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
• Eligible for relocation And More!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across theworld, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian,military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever andwherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and securecommunications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft andcollaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play inensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are youup for the challenge? Join our mission today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs beforeapplying to this role. Onsite:Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. Thisincludes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to thedevelopment of our products. 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.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms. 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.