Program Operations Manager

Date Posted: 2026-10-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after 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. Raytheon is seeking a Program Operations Manager to coordinate procurement, assembly, test, and shipment of Advanced RF/EW systems.This position serves as the focal point for daily execution activities required to deliver engineered development hardware on schedule. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the Manufacturing team and coordinating with other manufacturing organizations within Raytheon. This Program Operations Manager will work independently and as part of an Integrated Product Team, make decisions within defined guidelines, and operate effectively in changing conditions and team‑based environments. What You Will Do: Lead manufacturing advance planning to ensure paperwork, tooling, processes, and personnel are prepared to meet build schedules. Direct and coordinate the sequencing of work, including build and delivery activities, to ensure smooth operations and effective use of resources. Manage budgets and perform cost account management activities for labor and material. Coordinate manufacturing and test failure investigations and drive corrective actions. Resolve assembly, test, and procurement challenges, including manufacturing resource constraints. Manage and guide manufacturing and production personnel in a matrixed organization. Support proposals for new business and updates to existing programs. Communicate directly with internal and external customers through routine tag-ups and program reviews. Lead cross-functional teams by facilitating collaboration, removing barriers, and driving issues to resolution. Apply strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence outcomes, build alignment, and maintain effective working relationships across Engineering, Operations, and Program Management. Coach and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting continuous improvement behaviors. Travel up to 10%. This position will be on-site at our Goleta, CA or El Segundo, CA locations. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically 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 experience. Experience in operations, manufacturing, program management, or project engineering. Experience managing budgets and/or performing cost account management activities. Experience coordinating cross-functional activities in a production or engineering environment. Experience using ERP or production planning systems (Special Program Access preferred). Qualifications We Prefer: Experience leading project engineering or manufacturing teams, including in a matrixed…

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