Sr. Manager, Program Mgmt. Standard Missile

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX's Program Manager role in Tucson, AZ onsite requires leading the Production program with EAC support, budgets, and schedule management. The candidate will drive execution, cost control, supplier negotiations, risk plans, and leadership reviews while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and customers.

A security clearance and strong PM discipline are essential for success. Relocation is not available; competitive salary range ($132,400 – $251,600) plus comprehensive benefits reflects the

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with CAM and cost/schedule management.
• Proven program/project management experience in production.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of schedule needs aligned with program requirements.
• Manage budgets, EAC, and cost reporting.
• Support supplier and subcontractor negotiations and performance.
• Develop risk and opportunity management plans.
• Lead communications with leadership reviews and customer reviews.
• Coordinate with leadership and functional partners on strategy and execution.

Skills

Program management

Financial management

CAM experience

Communication

Vendor management

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Standard Missile program is seeking a Program Manager to join the team. This position is a key member of the Production organization, driving the program’s future execution requirements, which include EAC support, schedule management, and other CAM related responsibilities. Demonstrated experience in a Production environment, cost account management, managing budgets, and aggressive schedules is required. This candidate will have excellent written and oral communications skills and should be able to lead some supply chain efforts, including issue and conflict resolution.

**This is an onsite position at our Tucson, AZ facility**

What You Will Do:

• Drive execution of schedule needs in alignment with other program execution requirements
• Execution, and reporting of material and labor budgets, financial management, and estimate at completion reporting
• Support supplier and subcontractor negotiations and performance management
• Generate risk and opportunity management plans, including CORE activities
• Support leadership reviews, including Gate Reviews, Program Reviews, Program Reviews, and Customer Reviews
• Work closely with the Execution leadership team and functional leaders to integrate strategy, communications, planning, continuous improvement, and execution discipline.
• Lead internal and external (Customer) portfolio communication and reporting cadence, continuity, and content coordination
• Display strong oral and written communication and presentation skills with senior leadership and external customers
• Influence actions and change management

What You Will Learn:

Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or
• An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Prior financial management or CAM experience
• Prior Program/Project management experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Program Management Level 6 Certification or equivalent
• Strong business acumen to proactively identify and resolve issues quickly and efficiently
• Experience with development and/or production programs
• Earned Value Management experience managing cost, schedule, and/ or technical performance
• Demonstrated success creating and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, and peers
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Power point)
• Strong communications skills
• Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities

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

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:
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.
Location: Tucson, AZ This position requires a security clearance.
DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Salary and Benefits:

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.

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.

• 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
• 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.

Application Window:

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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: 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.