{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"959dc6075d2cbcbf808434d4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/959dc6075d2cbcbf808434d4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/959dc6075d2cbcbf808434d4","title":"Program Operations Manager - Tucson, AZ","description":"Date Posted: 2026-05-18\r\nCountry: United States of America\r\nLocation: US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09\r\nPosition Role Type: Onsite\r\nU.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\r\nSecurity Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret\r\nSecurity Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1\r\nAt RTX, the world 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.\r\nRaytheon 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.\r\nRaytheon Missiles and Defense (RMD) has an immediate need for a Deputy Program Operations Manager (POM) for our LADS business in Tucson, AZ. This is a key role leading an Operations Integrated Product Team to ensure successful execution of Coyote Blk 3+ production. Successful candidate will assist in driving the overall management of all phases of production. Duties also include, but are not limited to: the overall management and coordination of recurring and non-recurring manufacturing resources to support program requirements, lead Operations through IPDS Gate processes, developing Manufacturing Plans, support EAC reporting requirements, Risk and Opportunity management, primary interface across all operation value streams, lead Operations role for implementing engineering change orders, presenting reports to the Customer, Sr. Directors and VP level representing his/her IPT team and operations performance.\r\nWhat You Will Do\r\nApply manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs.\r\nLeverage knowledge and technical skills to influence business decisions and results from new designs to recurring production.\r\nDesign, control, and improve the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team.\r\nLead and coordinate projects, efforts and improvements across the extended value streams.\r\nAct as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program.\r\nIdentify and resolve constraints across the program.\r\nParticipate in corrective action investigations.\r\nProvide technical input and peer review to engineering design changes.\r\nProvide technical guidance and problem solving to factory engineers.\r\nManaging the coordination and execution of program schedules with Global Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts, Engineering and other functional areas.\r\nSupport Manufacturing Operations strategy and utilize CORE best practices.\r\nLead the effort to develop and implement cost reduction initiatives for both recurring efforts and new business opportunities.\r\nCoordinate Operations bids for new development and production proposals.\r\nGenerate production plans, make/where plans, and write manufacturing sections of technical proposals.\r\nQualifications You Must Have\r\nTypically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.\r\nExperience with MRP systems such as SAP, PRISM or equivalent.\r\nActive 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.\r\nQualifications We Prefer\r\nLean Manufacturing and Management experience.\r\nStrong team building skills necessary to lead a multi-disciplined team.\r\nExperience with new product introductions and the design hand off to manufacturing process with focus on manufacturability.\r\nExperience developing manufacturing strategies and cost proposals.\r\nKnowledge of and experience with IPDS (Integrated Product Development System) processes.\r\nWhat We Offer\r\nOur 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.\r\nNot Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available.\r\nLearn More\r\nWe Are RTX\r\n*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.\r\nThe salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.\r\nHired 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.\r\nHired 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.\r\nThis 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.\r\nRTX 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.\r\nRTX 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. 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U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance\r\nSecurity Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret\r\nSecurity Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1\r\nAt RTX, the world 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.\r\nRaytheon 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.\r\nRaytheon Missiles and Defense (RMD) has an immediate need for a Deputy Program Operations Manager (POM) for our LADS business in Tucson, AZ. This is a key role leading an Operations Integrated Product Team to ensure successful execution of Coyote Blk 3+ production. Successful candidate will assist in driving the overall management of all phases of production. Duties also include, but are not limited to: the overall management and coordination of recurring and non-recurring manufacturing resources to support program requirements, lead Operations through IPDS Gate processes, developing Manufacturing Plans, support EAC reporting requirements, Risk and Opportunity management, primary interface across all operation value streams, lead Operations role for implementing engineering change orders, presenting reports to the Customer, Sr. Directors and VP level representing his/her IPT team and operations performance.\r\nWhat You Will Do\r\nApply manufacturing engineering skillsets across the extended value stream to resolve constraints and improve process and product designs.\r\nLeverage knowledge and technical skills to influence business decisions and results from new designs to recurring production.\r\nDesign, control, and improve the producibility of products through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team.\r\nLead and coordinate projects, efforts and improvements across the extended value streams.\r\nAct as the manufacturing and producibility authority within the program.\r\nIdentify and resolve constraints across the program.\r\nParticipate in corrective action investigations.\r\nProvide technical input and peer review to engineering design changes.\r\nProvide technical guidance and problem solving to factory engineers.\r\nManaging the coordination and execution of program schedules with Global Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts, Engineering and other functional areas.\r\nSupport Manufacturing Operations strategy and utilize CORE best practices.\r\nLead the effort to develop and implement cost reduction initiatives for both recurring efforts and new business opportunities.\r\nCoordinate Operations bids for new development and production proposals.\r\nGenerate production plans, make/where plans, and write manufacturing sections of technical proposals.\r\nQualifications You Must Have\r\nTypically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.\r\nExperience with MRP systems such as SAP, PRISM or equivalent.\r\nActive and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. 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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.\r\nHired 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.\r\nHired 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. 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