Sr. Program Manager - NSS

Date Posted:

2026-11-03



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-RI-PORTSMOUTH-PS1 ~ 1847 W Main Rd ~ NIMITZ BLDG



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:

Secret - Current



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 Undersea Portfolio within the Naval Systems and Sustainment (NSS) Sub-Strategic Business Unit is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Mine Detection and Sustainment program area. This position will report directly to the Undersea Director.  The Program Manager will lead a staff of multi-functional leads across multiple locations as well as interface directly with our Navy Customer both in Panama City, FL and DC to ensure contract objectives and deliverables are met. This position requires a high level of leadership and management to achieve technical, cost and schedule requirements necessary to meet the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Plan (LRP), while also meeting the expectations and contractual requirements of the contract with the US Navy.

 

**This is an onsite position at the Portsmouth, RI site.

**Relocation assistance is NOT available

 

Will You Will Do:

• Manage the daily execution of the programs ensuring objectives and deliverables are met per the terms of the contracts.
• Accountability for profit and loss, AOP and financial metrics for the programs
• Execution of a comprehensive strategy to grow and expand the programs. Communicate strategy and vision to gain buy-in from senior leaders across the business; secure resources to execute the strategy; and continually assess/evolve the strategy to meet changing business and environmental demands.
• Work closely with the Undersea Director and other members of the Undersea team on long-range financial planning, and organizational development.
• Interface directly with the customer and acquisition team to collaborate on the direction/ expansion of the programs
• Display strong communication, influence management, and presentation skills, and comfortably interact with both internal and external stakeholders
• Attract, retain, supervise, and develop talent

 

What You Will Learn:

• Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen
• SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables

 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires A Bachelor's degree and 10  years of relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree and 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading profit and loss related activities of DoD contracts as a program manager
• Experience managing, tracking, and/or reporting metrics through EAC review and customer Program Management Reviews
• Prior Experience leading cross-functional teams to include, but not limited to, any combination of the following: Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain, Contracts, Finance, and/or administrative functions
• Prior Experience engaging and reporting on key program information (ex: metrics, schedules etc.)
• Program Management Level 4 Certified or ability to achieve certification within 1 year

 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proven success creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, primes and internal peers
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to facilitate teamwork across functions
• Prior Experience leading proposal activity
• Knowledge of US Navy missions
• Submarine/Naval technical background/knowledge

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.
• Relocation – NOT AVAILABLE

 

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.
• Location:   Portsmouth, RI
• 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

 

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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