Sr Program Manager, Strategic Early Warning

Date Posted:

2026-10-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Global Sensors and Mission Systems (GSMS) is seeking a Sr Program Manager for the Strategic Early Warning (SEW) Product Group. The Sr Program Manager is responsible for managing cost, technical, and schedule performance of specific Early Warning Radar (EWR) systems. The Sr Program Manager will manage day-to-day activities required to meet internal and external commitments. The Sr Program Manager will also be responsible for coordination of Risk & Opportunities across multiple large programs and for maximizing consistency and implementation of best practices. The Sr Program Manager will assist the Product Group Director with both internal and external customer reporting requirements and ensure compliance to all applicable Raytheon policies and procedures. The candidate must successfully manage internal and external relationships including collaborating with all Raytheon functions, the U.S. Government, Raytheon US subcontractors and foreign Government/Contractor Representatives.

Position is onsite in Woburn, MA. No Relocation.

What You Will Do:

• Leads Program Manager functions related to proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications development, product/service cost estimate preparation, and the negotiation and administration of contracts.
• Leads Risk & Opportunities Management, including internal and external reporting, and managing inputs for financial reviews.
• Leads the program start-up process by assisting in the creation of initial program artifacts (CWBS, directives, IPDS tailoring, etc.).
• Establishes program milestones, and develops and monitors Integrated Master Schedules with adherence to program plans, budgets and schedules, executes to plan.
• Oversee capital projects to facilitate expansion.
• Drives compliant contract execution to achieve “excellent” CPAR Ratings.
• Implement objectives related to the Annual Operating Plan.
• Responsible for development of the necessary control methodologies and reporting structures to accurately measure progress and identify problems and for the establishment of corrective action plans to ensure the meeting of company's contract commitments.
• Ensures performance of program functional task elements such as security, quality control, facilities, risk management, staff allocation, etc., as required under assigned efforts. Responsible for coordinating efforts and ensuring technical performance in conjunction with Engineering.
• Works with Finance to comprehensively implement required financial controls on assigned programs.
• Reports program status to senior management effective written and oral communications.
• Acts as the primary customer contact on status and performance and anticipates and fulfills customer needs to ensure satisfaction and continued business.
• Travel domestically per the demands of the program.

Qualifications We Require:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree 10 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and 8 years of relevant experience.
• EVMS certified; PMX Level 4 Certified, or ability to achieve certification within 1 year.
• Experience developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) with a clear understanding of critical chain and risk management and their effects to the IMS.
• Experience developing presentations for senior leadership using multiple toolsets (MS Office, MS Project, etc.) with concise and succinct messaging
• Experience translating strategic objectives to successful completion across a multi-disciplined/cross functional teams.
• Experience managing and communicating across complex internal and external relationships including collaborating with a prime contractor, the U.S. Government, Raytheon Subcontractors and foreign Government/Contractor representatives
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience managing Sustainment and Technical Refresh efforts, as well as handling change management with DoD contracts and subcontractors
• Experience in Early Warning Radars, areas of Surveillance (high availability) Radar Operation & Maintenance (O&M).
• Raytheon Six Sigma Certification or CORE Champion certified.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior/mid-level employees.

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.

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Please consider the following role type definitions 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.

Relocation is not available for this role.

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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