Network Architecture Leader, Onsite (Senior Manager)

Date Posted:

2026-04-21

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:

Top Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Network Architecture Leader – M5 (Senior Manager)

Raytheon Digital Technology – Program Digital Services, Classified Transformation, FEOTB & Architecture, Domain and Network Architecture

Location: On-Site – Tucson, AZ

Clearance Level: Top Secret (Active and Current)

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.

The Network Architecture Leader will lead a team of subject matter experts (SMEs) responsible for network architecture, design governance, and standards development across classified environments. This role requires a proven leader with experience managing geographically dispersed technical teams and driving the development, design, and governance of enterprise-wide network infrastructure, platforms, security tools, and associated network applications.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership, direction, and mentorship to a highly skilled team, guiding the architecture of complex IT solutions within secure, classified environments. This position plays a critical role in establishing and maintaining scalable, compliant, and resilient system architectures that align with organizational and mission objectives.

What you will Do:

• Manage and develop a high-performing team of network architects, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management to drive architectural excellence.
• Lead all aspects of people management, including workforce planning, talent development, training, tool and process improvement, task prioritization, and performance management.
• Oversee the development and governance of reference architectures and associated architectural artifacts, ensuring alignment with technology strategy, roadmaps, and requirements.
• Guide the team in researching, developing, documenting, and modernizing enterprise technology standards across evolving system environments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Cybersecurity and Integration teams, to architect secure, scalable solutions, providing leadership and execution support for compliance initiatives and operational readiness.
• Oversee the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, guiding architectural decisions that modernize platforms, reduce technical debt, and enhance system resilience.
• Report on team operations, performance metrics, and goal execution, while fostering collaboration across directorates on shared initiatives and responsibilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key technology vendors to support solution delivery and innovation.
• Establish and strengthen partnerships across Raytheon leadership to ensure cohesive solution development, governance, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts across processes, system development, and product integration to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Operate within a hybrid work environment, with up to 15% travel to Raytheon locations as required.
• Candidates should be located within commuting distance of the RTX facility in Tucson, AZ.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years' experience
• Experience leading teams in technology environments, either in IT/DT, Engineering, or other STEM discipline environments.
• Experience in networking technologies and services (routing, switching, network security, resilience, observability, etc.).
• Experience with cyber security compliance and knowledge of US Government security standards (RMF, DAAG, JSIG, etc.).
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top 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:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth analysis, information gathering, and investigation to diagnose complex problems and enable effective solution development.
• Experience leading and managing geographically dispersed teams in dynamic, mission-driven settings.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with program stakeholders, external DoD customers, and key partners, ensuring effective collaboration and relationship management.
• Proven experience leading teams with both direct and indirect influence, driving outcomes across multiple functional organizations.
• Strong knowledge of systems development best practices and cybersecurity principles within enterprise environments.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational change.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance, system hardening, process controls, and risk management practices.
• Proven ability to analyze complex challenges, develop effective solutions, and drive timely resolution.
• Strong ability to prioritize, balance, and execute multiple competing tasks and strategic initiatives.
• Solid understanding of Risk and Opportunity Management processes and methodologies.
• TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certified.

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 Eligibility – This role is relocation eligible, if the selected applicant meets company policy criteria.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Clearance Information: This position requires an active US Top Secret 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 

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

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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