Sr. Manager - NSMS DMSMS/Obsolescence Program

globalhr; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

RTX in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Senior Manager to support DMSMS/Obsolescence efforts within the Standard Missile 6 and 2 programs. This onsite role reports to the NSMS Obsolescence Associate Director and involves leading cross‑functional teams across engineering, production, supply chain, and customers.

You will drive obsolescence monitoring, design proactive mitigations, manage P&L across multiple contracts (CPFF, CPIF, FFP) and IDIQ task orders, and coordinate with government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Prior program and project management experience
• PM4 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Prior experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) or similar program/platform
• Prior experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Prior experience with proposal development and contract negotiation

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal development, submit gate reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Manage program baselining and Startup Gate reviews and approvals.
• Oversee multiple hardware replacement efforts across various contracts, driving efficiency while minimizing execution risk.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including finance, contracts, engineering, supply chain, and operations.
• Develop and execute program status reviews with SM‑6 and SM‑2 leadership.
• Maintain a strong relationship with the customer IWS obsolescence team and other government stakeholders.
• Oversee schedule of multiple obsolescence re‑design activities.
• Some travel as needed.

Skills

Program management

EVMS

Contract negotiation

Proposal development

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or advanced degree

Job description

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose to make a difference by solving complex problems. With market-leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunities no one else can.

Raytheon brings more than 100 years of experience and engineering expertise to meet today’s mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Are you an innovative leader with a passion for solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment? Do you want to play a critical role in a high‑visibility munitions program with a proven capability in defending our country and its allies? If so, the Standard Missile 6 and Standard Missile 2 programs are seeking a Senior Manager to support our Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Programs/Obsolescence efforts.

The Sr. Manager position is a deputy Program Manager role in the program office, offering an exciting opportunity to work on a vital program that delivers cutting‑edge missile defense capabilities. Reporting to the NSMS Obsolescence Associate Director, this role provides broad exposure, leadership opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with key stakeholders across engineering, production, supply chain, and customers.

You will be at the forefront of obsolescence monitoring and mitigation efforts, driving proactive solutions to reduce risks and ensure successful program execution. Your contribution will be instrumental in achieving our mission‑critical goals to support AUR production contracts and deliver products to the warfighter.

We are looking for professionals with varied skills and experience who are ready to take on this challenge and bring fresh, innovative perspectives to our team. As the deputy Program Manager, you would manage P&L across multiple contracts and a variety of contract types (CPFF, CPIF, FFP) and numerous IDIQ Task Orders.

This is an onsite position at our Tucson, AZ facility

Relocation assistance is NOT available currently

Will You Do:

• Lead proposal development, submit gate reviews, and contract negotiations
• Manage program baselining and Startup Gate reviews and approvals
• Oversee multiple hardware replacement efforts across various contracts, driving efficiency while minimizing execution risk
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including finance, contracts, engineering, supply chain, and operations
• Develop and execute program status reviews with SM‑6 and SM‑2 leadership
• Maintain a strong relationship with the customer IWS obsolescence team and other government stakeholders
• Oversee schedule of multiple obsolescence re‑design activities
• Some travel as needed

What You Will Learn:

• Raytheon and RTX business acumen
• SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities among the programs and functional areas, and deliverables

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience
• Prior program and project management experience
• PM4 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Prior experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) or similar program/platform
• Prior experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Prior experience with proposal development and contract negotiation

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with obsolescence mitigation/DMSMS programs
• Background in managing large government programs or defense‑related efforts
• Experience with the Missile Defense Agency, customer community and acquisition experience
• Program management experience on efforts inserting hardware changes into an active production line
• Background in hardware development for DoD product applications
• Prior experience on high‑visibility program execution (production or development)

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation – NOT AVAILABLE

The salary range for this role is $132,400 - $251,600 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including 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 on the business unit and collective bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation programs. This role is U.S.‑based.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

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.