Special Programs Senior Manager - Tucson, AZ

Date Posted:

2026-03-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-842 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 842

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:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At 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.

The Special Programs Senior Manager will report to the Associate Directors of GSS Program Security southwest regional team responsible for all special programs support efforts around the Capacity Growth Office (CGO) formally known as the Munition Acceleration Team (MAT).  This unique position requires in-depth understanding of the current CGO related efforts and must be knowledgeable, in a wide variety of critical security skillsets from personnel security, ICD 705 compliance, security project management, data analytics, and must be able to design, build and lead a small team of security professionals. This leader will support executive related VIP activities, support deployment of new facilities and in some cases may act as the site security manager for specific 705 activities. This leader will also partner with affected GSS SBU leaders to provide applicable special programs support. This leader may also be tasked with oversee all security aspects of an assigned Special Access Programs (SAPs) to ensure compliance with all programmatic requirements and Government regulations including but not limited to the NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, DoDM 5105.21 series, JSIG, and ICD-705.  This position requires a subject matter expert in security policy and procedure implementation who must have demonstrated experience in developing executable plans with measurable results, implementing cost effective approaches to policy implementation, and developing Plans of Action and Milestones to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities. They will interface with Senior Leadership and participate in Executive level meetings. You must have an active Top Secret security clearance. Possess a minimum of a current, final Top Secret clearance with an investigation not older than six (6) years on the first day of employment. 

What You Will Do

• Design, build and lead a team of program security professionals to support all southwest reginal CGO activities.  
• Conduct personnel performance reviews to develop, mentor and train personnel. 
• Provide oversight and direction to other functional areas on security related matters.   
• Ability to understand and proactively partner with key leadership personnel at all levels, in full support of business objectives, while ensuring compliance with US Government and Raytheon Technologies directives and policies. 
• Develop and implement processes and procedures in a cost effective and timely manner in accordance with customer policy. 
• Develop and implement OPSEC plans and counter measures.  
• Maintain facilities in accordance with ICD-705 standards.    

• Must possess a valid driver’s license for escorting individuals across business locations. 

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 working within one or more critical munitions programs. 
• Current access to United States Government clearance and access processing systems. 
• Min of 7 years of direct experience in Special Programs is required and 10 years of prior National Security Related experience.
•  Understanding of the NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, and ICD-705. 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Masters Degree major in Business Management, Security and/or Risk Management, Government Policy, Information Management, Criminal Justice, or other related field of study.  
• Related training with Defense Security Service, Center for Development of Security Excellence or equivalent security certification programs. 
• Willing to travel on company business. 

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.

• This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

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.

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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