Naval Power CORE Senior Manager

Date Posted:

2026-04-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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 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.

Naval Power (NP) is seeking a highly motivated candidate to serve as the NP CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) Senior Manager to drive the adoption and integration of the CORE Operating System and RTX Life Cycle Program Management (RLPM) best practices into NP daily work. This leader will engage directly with Program Leadership Teams, Program Directors, and Program Managers to implement CORE and RLPM to improve execution and overall program performance. This role will drive engagements across a wide range of stakeholders; from NP LT level to the factory floor, including external customers and suppliers. Key attributes of this role include strong communication skills, facilitating and brokering solutions that solve problems, identifying opportunities, and improving the overall health of the NP business and key partnerships. This role will report directly to the NP CORE Director within the NP Performance Excellence organization.

**This is an onsite position at our Tucson, AZ facility

**Relocation Offered Based On Eligibility

Will You Will Do:

• Implement CORE and RLPM Best Practices to Drive Business Results:
• Engage with major NP R&O Owners to assess their Handling Plans and to ensure proactive use of CORE Tools/Methods are embedded into those Handling Plans as appropriate.
• Review AOP and MBR materials, at the NP and SSBU levels, to drive improvements with CORE.
• Drive CORE Control Rooms (CCRs) deployment across NP, including training and regularly evaluating CCRs for maturity/successful CCR adoption/implementation
• Drive RTX Life Cycle Program Management (RLPM) cadence and metrics into CCRs
• Conduct Engagements and utilize CORE Leadership Week approach.
• Work with CORE Functional Homeroom to obtain SME resources as needed.
• Assess NP strategic initiatives and apply CORE to facilitate achieving desired business objectives.
• Engage with Functional CORE leaders to identify opportunities to apply CORE within NP.
• Capture EAC benefit from NP CORE engagements
• Cultural Adoption of CORE: Influence and drive the cultural adoption of CORE within the NP organization. This role will not just lead and help with focused projects, but will drive the cultural change of making CORE a way of life in NP.
• Goal Alignment: Serve as the primary resource for driving Goal Alignment activities within NP. Lead the NP level and support the SSBU level Goal Alignment activities as requested.
• Capability Development: Work with SSBU leadership teams to solicit CORE Expert nominations.
• CORE Training/Certification: Work with HR Partners to drive Apprentice + Champion certification.
• Work with NP Program Teams to develop NP CORE in Action examples
• Assessing R&O with CORE performance and identifying potential “Lift and Leverage” opportunities
• Coaching NP CORE Experts-in-Training

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 University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Prior CORE, Lean Manufacturing, or Project Management experience
• Active and transferrable final U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• CORE Certification of Expert or Expert-in-Training
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex topics both verbally and in writing
• A strong appreciation of team culture and how to influence change

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:   Yes, 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:   Tucson, AZ
• 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

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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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