Principal Program Execution Lead

Program Execution LeadAt Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.Raytheon Mechanical Engineering leads in the mechanical hardware design, development, and production of weapons systems. The Rapid Hardware Solutions (RHS) department within Mechanical Engineering is chartered to deliver agile services. RHS is skilled in special test equipment, program trainers, environmental test, and cooling systems mechanical design. We utilize Creo and Common Product Data Management (PDM) with tailored release processes for maximum cross-use and flexibility. RHS executes prototyping and high-mix/low-rate procurement and fabrication activities with a focus on in-house electro-mechanical packaging, support equipment and liquid cooling systems integration, and partner with outside suppliers to satisfy all demands. We strive to minimize cycle times and provide best value through the utilization of dynamic and agile processes.RHS has an opening for a Program Execution Lead, located on-site in Tewksbury, MA.What You Will DoSupport on-going manufacturing activities.Coordinate interaction between engineering, manufacturing, and our suppliers.Manage cost and schedule and provide status reporting.Participation in and leading proposal efforts for RHS.Act as liaison between Design Engineering and RHS Operations.Plan, schedule and manage material procurement for assigned program and act as an MPM (Material Program Manager).Communicate with buyers and suppliers to ensure on time delivery of ordered material.Plan, Schedule and manage the build activity through completion in RHS assembly areas.Coordinate engineering support to the manufacturing floor to address non-conformances.Collect and analyze data required to provide EVMS support and program statusing to IPT Leads and PMO.Analyze program manpower demands and secure required manpower (both exempt and non-exempt).Interact regularly with internal PMO customer and periodically with external customer.Coordinate QA dispositioning, accepting, and selling of deliverable hardware.Key stakeholder/reviewer in Preliminary and Critical design reviews and Ship Readiness Reviews.Coordinate hand-offs of completed equipment to internal customers.Coordinate shipping of hardware with logistics ensuring on-time delivery to customer.Analyze financial data to drive program health and provide variance explanations as appropriate.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline, and 8 years of professional relevant experience. (Bachelors in Business or Management with experience in engineering operations also considered)Experience with managing personnel, schedule, and budget within engineering or manufacturing.Experience with interpreting engineering documents including drawings, schematics, and parts lists.Experience in Product Data Management (PDM), PRISM and/or other SAP products.Previous experience in a Manufacturing environment and managing suppliers.Qualifications We PreferMasters Degree in Engineering ManagementCertified in Earned Value Management System (EVMS)Experience in bidding including formal proposals to the US Government customer.Excellent presentation and writing skills.Hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude.Ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Experience in analyzing financial data.Experience in producing, interpreting, and presenting EAC's to leadership.What We OfferOur 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 Eligibility.The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.