Paveway RUK Senior Program Manager

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Date Posted: 2026-08-25 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9030 CORRIDOR ~ 9030 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9030 CORRIDOR, AZ201 Tucson Rita Road M30 Position Role Type: Onsite 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 after 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. The Precision Strike portfolio is seeking a Senior Program Manager to serve as the Paveway® RUK Execution Program Manager in the Air Dominance SSBU within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) SBU, reporting the Paveway International Associate Director. The Paveway® RUK Program Manager will be a part of the leadership team that is responsible for managing a cross functional team in execution of the Paveway program. Responsibilities include regular international customer interface, removing barriers in execution, and creating solutions to complex challenges. In addition, it is expected that the successful candidate will sign EACs and prepare Program Review packages and work to maintain the program’s infrastructure. This position will work across all Raytheon functional organizations to ensure delivery of products and services in accordance with the contracts. This role offers a unique opportunity on an exciting and combat-proven program. An optimal candidate will have experience in team building, cross functional leadership, factory/supplier process knowledge, and possess a program growth mindset that brings the energy and leadership to drive continuous improvement. This position will be onsite in Tucson, AZ. Relocation is not available. What You Will Do: • Execute daily PM cadence (battle rhythm) such as risk review boards, schedule, performance management, customer reviews, IPT/CPT reviews, failure review boards, program management reviews (PMRs), staffing reviews, and decision reviews to achieve contract commitments. • Prepare, revise, update, and monitor required documentation and analysis in compliance with contract requirements, Integrated Product Development System (IPDS), Corporate and Business policies and procedures. • Directly support the program risk and opportunity process in accordance with specific financial goals and obligations. • Meet contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned program(s) within contractual boundaries and company expectations. • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with customer counterparts. • Develop program-enhancing partnerships with internal functional organizations (typically organized into integrated product teams (IPTs) and/or cross product teams (CPTs)) including but not limited to Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, Logistics, Data Management (CDRL support), and administrative functions. • Prepare and manage all required product lifecycle artifacts and reviews. • Coordinate customer program reviews in preparation of customer visits. • Support contract proposal process to include bidding, gating, negotiation, and start-up efforts. • Other duties as assigned by the Program Associate Director. • Travel both domestically and internationally to facilitate meetings with current or future customers. Qualifications We Require: • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and minimum of 7 years of experience. • Experience with factory production of Military Hardware and the subsequent delivery to international customers. • Experience as leader as a program manager or as functional leader. • Experience managing, tracking, and reporting metrics through EAC reviews. • Experience overseeing production hardware. • Ability to obtain an active U.S. government issued security clearance is required within 1 year of start date. Qualifications We Prefer: • Raytheon Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to receive within 6 months. • International experience in the establishment of production factory facilities. • International Customer Management, Program Management, and/or Business Management experience. • Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints. • Production and/or sustainment program experience, preferably in the aerospace and defense industry. • Experience with financial analysis tools and project management tools and/or systems. • Working knowledge of Export / Import policies and procedures as well as Security requirements. • Experience developing and reviewing cost proposals and synthesizing Proposal Review and Contract Start-up packages for management review and approval. • Working knowledge of contract formation, execution, and management. 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. Learn More and Apply Now! Please consider the fo