USMC Production Program Manager

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a Program Manager in the Navy EO/IR Product Area to lead multiple USMC production programs. This onsite role is based in McKinney, TX, overseeing lifecycle activities from proposal development to production execution.

You will drive PM cadence, customer engagements, and adherence to cost and schedule targets using EVMS/IMS processes, with ~10% travel and collaboration across the APS organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Advanced degree can supplement experience in program management.
• Experience with production program management and cross-functional leadership.
• Knowledge of EVMS/IMS or similar processes.
• Experience in risk and opportunity management.
• Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints.
• Experience supporting proposal development including BOE creation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program execution cadence including governance meetings and reviews.
• Lead weekly customer meetings and ensure alignment on deliverables.
• Coordinate with team leads to meet contractual requirements and cost/schedule targets.
• Track progress and implement corrective actions to stay on plan.
• Develop and maintain Program Management Plans and Directives.
• Define and monitor key program metrics and drive improvements.
• Prepare for customer program reviews and onsite visits.
• Apply disciplined PM practices to ensure successful execution.
• Support domestic travel ~10% and manage proposal efforts.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

EVMS/IMS

Risk & Opportunity

Proposal development

Balancing cost/schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

EVMS

IMP/IMS

Job description

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.

Raytheon is seeking a Program Manager to join the Navy EO/IR Product Area within the Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) Strategic Business Unit. This role involves leading multiple small-to-medium production programs for the United States Marine Corps (USMC), covering all phases of the program lifecycle, including proposal development, negotiations, program startup, and production execution. The Program Manager will oversee cost and schedule performance, foster customer communication, and lead a cross-functional team to achieve program objectives. Additionally, this individual will collaborate closely with the Navy Production & Development Portfolio Manager to drive plans, processes, and business goals.

This role is onsite located in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• Oversee daily program execution cadence (battle rhythm), including CORE meetings, Action Item reviews, Risk and Opportunity Review Boards, PMRs, failure review boards, configuration control boards, and Estimate at Complete reviews
• Lead weekly customer meetings, ensuring clear communication, alignment on deliverables, and prioritization of tasks to meet customer needs
• Collaborate with program team leads to fulfill contractual requirements, ensuring timely and on-budget integration and production efforts
• Track project progress and implement corrective actions to maintain alignment with program goals
• Develop and manage Program Management Plans and Program Directives in alignment with program requirements and APS policies
• Define, monitor, and implement key program metrics, driving corrective actions in collaboration with the Program Management Office and Functional leads
• Prepare for and support customer program management reviews and onsite visits
• Apply disciplined program management practices, processes, and tools to ensure successful program execution
• Support domestic travel requirements, approximately 10% of the time
• Manage overall proposal efforts, including proposal development, review, and submission, as well as establishing and validating Basis of Estimates (BOEs)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Background in program management, project management, or related areas
• Leadership experience (e.g., IPTL) on production programs particularly with factory personnel and/or external material suppliers
• Experience with program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), or similar business processes
• Experience in Risk and Opportunity management
• Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints
• Experience supporting Proposal Development, including tasks such as Proposal Generation, Cost Estimating, or BOE creation

Qualifications We Prefer

• Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to obtain within one year
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting to customers and senior leadership
• Demonstrated understanding of EO/IR technology and the associated customer base and market landscape
• Department of Defense industry experience or other relevant work experience
• Experience successfully managing start-up activities, including planning, resource allocation, and execution
• Experience in utilizing program performance monitoring to identify and implement effective preventive and corrective actions across all aspects of the program

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
• Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

• 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
• Location Info:
• North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location