Program Execution Manager Jobs in Oakland, FL (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848

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 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 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) program is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead Test Equipment development and sustainment activities in an onsite role based in Tucson, Arizona.  The Chief Engineer will work closely with the Office of Chief Engineer and discipline leads to deliver critical Test Equipment capability on schedule and driving test optimization.

This position is 100% onsite in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• Ensure technical integrity and engineering execution across the Test Equipment (TE) portfolio to meet and/or exceed cost, schedule, and technical requirements.

• Lead the Test Equipment architecture of the SSBU products.

• Influence the architecture of the system, establishing processes, and align Raytheon program leadership, Office the of Chief Engineer, and multiple CPTs / IPTs.

• Provide guidance, coaching and technical leadership to IPTLs within the product portfolio to ensure effective communications and program execution of the SSBU TE portfolio.

• Accountable to the SSBU Chief Engineer for the technical execution of all TE projects utilized by the programs.

• Provide TE program and process oversight to the portfolio programs through the planning and leadership of project design reviews and peer reviews, including program briefings to internal and external customers.

• Technical authority for all TE and chairs the TE CCB/SCCB/FRACAS.

• Responsible for reviewing/approving proposals; reviewing each IPTs EACs; utilization of EVMS techniques (EACs, LREs, IMS) to assess program execution.

• Interface with Portfolio Senior Leadership team to communicate TE contracted program execution, status, mitigation to barriers and alignment to overall portfolio products goals and needs.

• Oversee and helps coordinate/prioritize TE staffing needs.

• Collaborates with the SBU and SSBU Test Architects (TA) to execute the test strategy and vision for the program.

• Drive Test Optimization through TE projects.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Test System Design; Hardware or Software development spanning multiple disciplines (Power, RF, Analog, Digital); Effector production.

• Experience in Engineering Development Processes and RLPM Gate Reviews.

• Experience with project/program execution.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

• Experience communicating and collaborating at the Vice-President level.

• Experience with electrical hardware and software development process.

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior SSBU program experience.

• Experience with RF systems.

• Test‑driven, multidisciplinary capability management experience.

• Experience leading teams using Agile methods.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with program offices, cross-functional teams, and internal/external customers.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present analytical and performance results to executive and functional leadership.

• Experience in large program execution.

• Raytheon Chief Engineer Level 4 or above.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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