Space Launch Operations Product Lead

RTX; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a Civil Space SLS Operations Product Manager Lead to oversee LRUs for the SLS/Artemis programs. You’ll align GM priorities, manage delivery risks, and drive execution discipline while mentoring OPMs across functions.

This role requires a strong background in manufacturing, production planning, and cross-functional leadership in regulated environments, with travel up to 10%. Relocation may be offered.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience.
• Experience with MPS, SIOP, ERP/MRP systems, and production planning.
• Experience leading cross-functional groups as well as teams with direct reports.
• Experience working in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution performance for a portfolio of LRUs within the Space Launch System program.
• Consolidate program visibility to support informed decision-making at GM IPT leadership level.
• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and operations leadership to address delivery risks.
• Lead and mentor Operations Product Managers to enhance team performance and development.
• Act as the escalation point for resolving complex operational issues.
• Ensure consistent execution discipline across the OPM team.
• Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate operational risks, priorities, and recommendations to both working teams and senior leadership.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Cross-functional leadership

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Root-cause analysis

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

MPS

SIOP

ERP/MRP

Job description

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a Civil Space SLS Operations Product Manager Lead to oversee LRUs for the SLS/Artemis programs. You’ll align GM priorities, manage delivery risks, and drive execution discipline while mentoring OPMs across functions.

This role requires a strong background in manufacturing, production planning, and cross-functional leadership in regulated environments, with travel up to 10%. Relocation may be offered.