Date Posted:
2026-03-19
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:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
Raytheon is seeking a NSMS Deputy Program Operations Manager who will work with and assist a team of Program Operations Managers in being an interface between the Program Office Integrated Program Leadership Team and the Factory Leadership Team, responsible for communicating all Program requirements to the Strategic Make Centers (SMCs) and manufacturing sites onsite in Tucson, Arizona.
This individual will collaborate with Program Operations and Program Management Leadership. They will assist in preparation of executive level reports and dashboards. In supporting the Program Operations team this individual will learn and participate in being the liaison to the SMCs ensuring that all program needs are integrated and supported to meet program commitments. Results will be accomplished through consistency, high quality work products, leading, influencing and briefing across all levels of the organization, including internal and external customers.? This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities for a technically complex, high dollar value weapon system spanning multiple production and sustainment contracts. It requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas, closed areas, and requires full time on plant site support.
The ideal candidate will possess the demonstrated skills and experience necessary to provide operations support across the program lifecycle including proposals, development, production, and sustainment activities. The preferred candidate must be capable of working beyond the typical 40-hour work week travel domestically and move between buildings and local facilities.
What You Will Do:
Deputy Leadership position in a fast paced technical or manufacturing environment that included multiple working organizations; this would include building strong cross-functional teams
Lead, collaborate and influence driving quality and performance for program deliverables, accountable for factory integration, consolidated program performance, and unique program requirements
Participate in strategic Program/Operations planning for current production performance and future development efforts
Support Operational Security (OPSEC) plan(s) execution and influence future security strategies
Communicate across programs, to identify, assess, collaborate and resolve any conflicts with program requirements?
Operations support for proposal development and approval, ensuring proposed costs or challenges are understood by Operations leadership and factories
Assist in preparation of the Program's Operations EAC and budget
Prepare and present information for Monthly Management Reviews and Executive Leadership, summarizing program status and any on-going production issues
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Experience working in a manufacturing environment with complex systems integration within multiple factories, multifaceted federal regulatory requirements, and/or military or defense manufacturing
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain higher clearance level or program access prior to start date.
Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) tools and Office 365 programs.
Qualification We Prefer:
Make/Buy/Where process
Earned Value Management System Certified (EVMS Certification)
Experience with Proposals, Estimating, Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
Gate Reviews
To lead collaboratively in a results-oriented environment, developing solutions to complex problems, gaining desired outcomes
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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There is NO relocation assistance for this role
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.
Clearance Information: 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 and/or Links:
Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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