Sr. Manager, Product Management

globalhr; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, seeks an experienced Product Manager Leader for the OCMC in Richardson, TX. You will oversee a team responsible for growing and executing the portfolio, ensuring on-time delivery and cost targets.

You will partner with Operations, PMOs, and Supply Chain to align factory execution with business goals, driving growth and customer satisfaction. Strong leadership and Lean/Six Sigma experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 10+ years in PM or manufacturing ops.
• Experience driving financial performance, cost reduction, budgeting.
• Experience leading daily team operations.
• Six Sigma, Lean, CORE, diagnostics, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Product Management team to drive customer satisfaction and align cross-functional plans.
• Balance customer commitments with operational excellence in a high-mix environment.
• Collaborate with Operations, PMOs, and Supply Chain to align factory plans and drive growth.
• Monitor portfolio health across demand, schedule, quality, and cost.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program management

Budgeting

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Education

University degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Shop floor data systems

PMP Certification

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-28

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-521 ~ 1601 N Plano Rd ~ PLANO BLDG EOI

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Optics Consolidated Manufacturing Center (OCMC) is a fast paced and vibrant factory that innovates, fabricates, coats, assembles, and integrates high precision Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) components, assemblies, and systems. OCMC accounts for $100M+ in annual sales with 90+ employees. We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to oversee the Product Management organization in Richardson, Texas.

The OCMC Product Manager Leader will manage a team responsible for growing and executing the OCMC portfolio of programs. Product Management is accountable to ensure quality, schedule, and cost commitments are met through continuous improvement with a focus on risk and opportunity management.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrate strong leadership, business acumen, communication skills, and the ability to balance customer commitments with operational excellence in a demanding high mix environment.
• Develop and lead a high performing Product Management team that drives customer satisfaction; ensures quality, schedule, and financial performance; and coordinates cross-functional alignment.
• Partner collaboratively with key personnel in Program Operations Management, Program Management Offices, and Supply Chain to align factory execution plans to their requirements and drive OCMC growth.
• Own and organize the OCMC business portfolio by monitoring and communicating its health regarding demand, schedule, quality, and quality.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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.
• Demonstrated experience in program management, production control, or manufacturing operations in a team environment.
• Experience driving financial performance, cost reduction, staffing, and budgeting.
• Experience leading daily team operations and/or comparable leadership experience.
• Experience in Six Sigma, CORE, Lean Manufacturing processes, diagnostics, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Desired Education: Master’s degree in business management, program management, or engineering.
• Experience leading in Aerospace & Defense manufacturing environment.
• U.S. government issued security clearance is preferred prior to start date with the ability to obtain higher clearance as needed.
• Experience in a precision optics manufacturing environment
• Experience in SAP and other business systems, including shop floor data systems.
• Raytheon PM Certification / PMP Certification / EVMS Certification

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 benefits are not available for this position.*

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development 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.

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