Sr Program Manager (Hybrid)

RTX•Marlborough, MA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Raytheon, managed by Collins Aerospace Mission Systems Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead the Protected Tactical Enterprise Service (PTES) program within the Strategic Communications sub-business unit. This program seeks a program manager who can lead the program through multiple phases including: Drive the successful closure of the development program with respect to completion of development, integration and customer certification Supporting customer system integration activities to achieve initial operational capability (IOC) Successful program execution of a production contract Ongoing proposal and negotiation activities in support of Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and/or follow-on activities The Program Manager will: Direct all program activities Interfaces and partners with customers to ensure project alignment Manages the contract lifecycle, cost, schedule and performance of the program Coordinates the negotiation, proposals, business plans, budgets and contracts for programs. Establishes cost-focused performance targets and directs work to achieve these targets. The PTES Program Manager must determine priorities, interpret and apply company policies, ensure risk mitigation activities are successfully managed and establish and execute long-term strategic goals. This role requires a leader with a strong command of PM best practices to enhance program execution. The leader will be expected to perform independently, confidently lead across complex cross functional teams, foster a culture of accountability and execution excellence and be a role model of RTX values and leadership behaviors. The Program Manager will lead strategy, vision and tactical direction of the business with a focus on meeting contractual commitments and company expectations as set forth by the business. This role is responsible for downward communication of top-level project goals, objectives and decisions and upward communication of program performance to senior management. This is a Hybrid role, based out of Marlborough, MA, and you can expect up to ~20% travel domestically. Due to the nature and clearance requirements of this role, selected candidate must live within a commutable distance to our Marlborough, MA facility.

Requirements

Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
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
Minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience in government, defense, aerospace or related industry.
Experience with Government contracting requirements and the DoD acquisition management process.
Experience supporting development and production programs.
A strong command of PM best practices to enhance program execution with demonstrated experience managing and overseeing program management tools such as R/O Management, Cost and Schedule Management and Earned Value Management.
Strong communication skills with experience interfacing with customers and presenting to internal leadership..
Earned Value Management (EVMS) Certified or equivalent
Demonstrated understanding of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited university.
Ability to achieve RTX PM Certification Level 5 within 1 year.
RTX CORE certified.
Demonstrated ability to apply and execute RTX’s Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) or similar business processes
Experience with Gate / Leadership Conducted for Program Start-up through Close-Out.
Experience submitting compliant proposals and establishing systems requirements and funding allocations.
Demonstrated knowledge of satellite communications technologies
Experience managing a budget of over $20M.
Experience working with US Air Force Nuclear Command, Control and Communications Center (NC3).

Responsibilities

Assures on-time execution of contracts and proposal submittals through empowerment, communication, setting expectations, and building teams.
Acts as empowered authority to accomplish objectives with support from the leadership team
Drives tactical execution while meeting strategic objectives.
Establishes and maintains key programmatic metrics, defines milestones, critical path and monitors adherence to program budgets and schedules.
Supports the development and tracking of the program Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term financial outlook and commits to specific financial goals and obligations.
Leads the collaboration necessary across functional groups, broader RTX organizations and subcontractors to ensure program success.
Ensures that functional resources, tools, and processes are utilized in a consistent way.
Establishes roadmaps to drive down cost, improve performance, and win competitions.
Maintains an energetic and productive workforce.
Provides leadership to indirect reports, multi-functional teams and key partners with abilities to organize and prioritize to ensure successful execution of all commitments.
Establishes growth strategies, with a significant focus on growing the business for both existing capabilities and future capabilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program