Principal Project Engineer: Offensive Systems Engineering (OSE) Portfolio Program Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-21



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808



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.

At Raytheon, our mission is rooted in innovation, values, and a higher purpose – to protect our nation and allies while advancing global security. With over a century of engineering expertise, we solve the toughest challenges to create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Offensive Systems Engineering (OSE) Portfolio Program Manager to lead and support a dynamic portfolio of cutting-edge programs in the Advanced Technology business unit. This role will focus on delivering results across a mix of Internal Research and Development (IRAD) and Contract Research and Development (CRAD) initiatives. The candidate will help develop the portfolio strategic objectives, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, business development, finance, and supply chain, to drive program success in alignment with these objectives.  This role is also responsible for managing infrastructure for AT, including room consolidation, network consolidation, security infrastructure, etc. This position is onsite based in Tucson, Arizona.

What You Will Do

• Oversee the execution and delivery of a diverse portfolio of IRAD and CRAD programs, ensuring adherence to technical, cost, and schedule requirements. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for program execution, interfacing with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners. 
• Strategic planning for portfolio growth and resource optimization. Varied examples include managing new business investment (NBI) budgets, strategizing customer engagements (internal and external), and strategizing human and technical resources across portfolio activities.
• Develop and manage program plans, including defining objectives, milestones, budgets, and resource requirements. 
• Drive risk management processes, including risk identification, mitigation planning, and continuous monitoring. 
• Foster collaboration across technical and business teams to ensure alignment with program goals and customer expectations. 
• Track program performance using metrics and provide regular updates to leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities. 
• Ensure compliance with RTX policies, procedures, and contractual obligations. 
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities for follow-on work, leading and contributing to proposals, and ensuring successful program transitions.
• Grow and lead a program management team focused on individual efforts, mentoring them to provide comprehensive program coverage.
• Provide strategic support as needed to peer organizations within RTX (resources, competitive intelligence, customer interactions, technology growth paths, etc.)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience,.
• Experience managing IRAD and/or CRAD programs from initiation through execution. 
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and driving results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
• Proposal experience.

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued SECRET security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer  

• Active US Top Secret Security Clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
• Extensive proprietary activities network.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.
• Program Management Certification Level 5 or higher or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of emerging aerospace and defense technologies (e.g. - weapons operations, operational analysis, sensing, autonomous systems, advanced materials, AI/ML). 
• Experience working with government customers and understanding of DoD procurement processes. 
• Experience working across RTX sites.
• Strong understanding of program lifecycle management, including technical development, cost estimation, and schedule planning. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams, leadership, and external stakeholders. 

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 Eligible – Relocation assistance is available.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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 

• Tucson, AZ: Raytheon Tucson, AZ Location

• We Are RTX

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 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.

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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