Sr. Manager, Program Performance Operational Excellence (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

2d•$132,400 - $251,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Performance Operational Excellence, Strategic Military Development, drives organizational efficiency and supports successful execution of strategic initiatives across military development programs. The role serves as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director and a central integrator for cross-functional teams, aligning resources, priorities, and communication to support program goals. The position works with executive and program leadership on the military development strategic agenda, coordinates key initiatives, and facilitates integration across engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, finance, and government relations. It manages the organizational Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT) operating rhythms and provides senior-level communications and decision support. The role also supports workforce planning, organizational health, talent development, and strategy informed by Department of Defense priorities and emerging military needs. This is an onsite U.S.-based role in East Hartford, Connecticut. An active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret clearance is required before the start date, and U.S. citizenship is required. The salary range is $132,400–$251,600. Eligible applicants may receive benefits and may be eligible for annual short- or long-term incentive compensation, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, business, political science, or a related discipline and at least 10 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an advanced degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
Experience in aerospace, defense, military programs, or government contracting.
Experience in program management, operations leadership, or strategic planning roles.
Experience with Department of Defense procurement processes, military customer environments, and development/acquisition lifecycles.
Experience using financial, scheduling, and performance management tools.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional teams.
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required prior to the start date.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MPA, or related field).
Experience supporting senior leaders or serving as a chief of staff in technical, defense, or government environments.
Experience in change management, organizational design, or enterprise-level process optimization.
Familiarity with workforce planning and talent development initiatives in a military or defense context.

Responsibilities

Partner with executive and program leadership to develop, communicate, and manage the military development strategic agenda.
Lead and coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of initiatives aligned with business objectives.
Facilitate cross-functional integration across engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, finance, and government relations.
Manage IPMT operating rhythms, including staff meetings, business reviews, governance forums, and strategic planning cycles.
Support senior-level communications, including presentations, customer briefings, internal communications, and executive reports.
Provide decision support through analysis, scenario planning, and synthesis of complex information.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational performance and organizational effectiveness.
Coordinate internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring timely issue resolution and escalation.
Support workforce planning, organizational health activities, and talent development initiatives within Military Development.
Maintain awareness of Department of Defense priorities, acquisition pathways, and emerging military needs to inform strategy and program direction.
Perform IPMT administrative tasks, including calendar management, meeting agenda preparation, and logistics coordination.
Manage incoming and outgoing communications efficiently and confidentially, ensuring timely responses and appropriate action.