Digital Program Lead- TS clearance required

Position Overview

Principal Digital Program Lead (DPL) – Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). The DPL provides leadership within Strategic Sensors & Precision Strike (SSPS) SSBU in Tucson, AZ, owning the roadmap and execution of digital transformation initiatives to support program work environment needs. The role serves as the DT touchpoint for program leadership, management teams, and functional partners, acting as a strategic partner, escalation point, and change agent.

The position requires onsite presence in Tucson, AZ (5 days per week).

• Serve as the DT touchpoint for SBU leadership, program management, and SSBU directors, providing strategic partnership and escalation for digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and execute a strategic DT roadmap focused on streamlining opportunities and managing scope, cost, and schedule performance.
• Lead cross‑functional collaboration and root cause analysis to address complex DT program challenges.
• Manage key performance metrics, financials, EVMS, and staffing while providing regular status reports and operational reviews.
• Partner with engineering and proposal teams to capture requirements, create executable plans, and ensure effective program support across functions.
• Oversee the Program Annual Operating Plan (AOP), track capital and expense spending, and ensure compliance with security and infrastructure regulations (DFARS, CMMC, RMF, JSIG).
• Direct and manage DT personnel, resources, and third‑party collaborations to advance Agile initiatives and streamline procurement and technical solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, MIS, engineering, math, or STEM, plus a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience; alternatively, a master’s degree with 3 years of directly related experience.
• U.S. citizenship required; U.S. government‑issued Top Secret security clearance with the ability to be read onto special access programs.
• Experience in overall information technology, software/systems engineering, and/or program management.

• Extensive experience as an Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Product Manager, leading cross‑functional teams; PMP and/or PMX/CMX certification highly desired.
• Expertise in project management, risk/opportunity analysis, cost analysis (CAM), and performance tracking across complex programs.
• Understanding of software development, systems integration, Dev Sec Ops , continuous improvement, and testing processes through the full program life cycle.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience motivating teams, managing large portfolios/backlogs, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Business case analysis, ROI modeling, contract/SOW negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Competitive salary range: USD 86,800 – 165,200 per year. Eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and other company benefits. Additional incentive compensation programs may be available.

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 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.