Principal Specialist, Program Management

About the Role

Program Manager, Principal Specialist – Raytheon Vision System (RVS) Tactical Products (Air, Ground & Sea) located in Goleta, California. This onsite role is responsible for program strategy, vision, and tactical execution, leading multifunctional teams and subcontractors.

• Establish financial baselines and manage program execution, ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer expectations.
• Serve as the central hub for the Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and functional teams to execute effectively.
• Lead the development of statement of work, proposals, capture activities, baseline cost and schedule, and oversee program execution within the baseline plan.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and leadership, cultivating internal and external relationships.
• Identify and solve complex problems while balancing customer, IPT and company needs to maximize value and satisfaction across all stakeholders.
• Assist Senior PMs in preparing Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and Estimate at Complete (EAC) analyses.
• Coordinate customer Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and transition to individual program ownership as experience grows.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, or advanced degree with minimum 3 years experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in product or program cost and schedule management.

• Raytheon Program Management Level 6 Certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) principles and practices.
• Motivated self‑starter capable of working under minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency with program or project management tools such as risk and opportunity management, EAC analysis, and similar practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, communication, writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to build trust‑based relationships with customers and internal teams to foster collaboration and drive program success.
• Knowledge of infrared technologies, systems and end uses.
• Secret DoD security clearance or ability to obtain one.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Parental leave and paid time off.
• Holiday schedule.
• Annual incentive compensation programs (subject to position level).

Relocation is not available for this position. 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. 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.