Principal Specialist, Program Management

Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-06-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-B01 ~ 6825 Cortona Dr ~ BLDG B01

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

We are seeking a Program Management, Principal Specialist within Raytheon Vision System (RVS) Tactical Products Air, Ground and Sea product line. This role will collaborate with other program management staff in setting program strategy, vision, and tactical direction for program execution by leading multifunctional teams and subcontractors. The PM is responsible for all aspects of program execution, from establishing a statement of work, proposal and capture activities, establishing an executable baseline cost and schedule, program execution within the baseline plan utilizing cross functional teams and regular communication to customers and leadership.

The PM cultivates internal and external customer relationships and identifies and solves complex problems. Strong organizational, communication, and listening skills are a must for this position. This role will balance customer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) and company needs to maximum value and satisfaction across all stakeholders. The role may span a variety of programs and technologies and will require the ability to collaborate and support multiple Associate Directors and/or Senior PM’s as market segment leads. Additional responsibilities within the role include assisting Senior PMs in preparing Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Estimate at Complete (EACs), as well as coordinating customer Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), with a transition to individual program ownership as experience and skills are gained.

This role is onsite and located in Goleta, California.

What You Will Do:

Work as a Program Manager or deputy Program Manager to establish financial baselines and manage program execution, ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer expectations throughout.
Serve as the central hub to enable the Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and the functional team to execute effectively.
Support the bidding, proposals and execution to contract requirements, including managing budgets, schedules, and technical performance metrics.
Suggest and lead process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
Experience managing product or program cost and schedules.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Raytheon Program Management Level 6 Certification or equivalent
Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) principles and practices.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and/or cross-functional teams.
Experience with program or project management tools such as risk and opportunity (R&O) management, Estimate at Complete (EAC) analysis, and/or similar business practices.
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, communication, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas effectively to audience.
A demonstrated 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 clearance, or ability to obtain a clearance.

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.
Not relocation eligible. Relocation is not available for this position.

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Location Info:

Goleta, CA: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location

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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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