Digital Program Lead (DPL) – Naval Programs Tucson, AZ P4

Date Posted: 2026-08-18 | Location: Tucson, AZ (Onsite, 5 days per week) | U.S. citizenship and an active, transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance are required prior to start.

About the Role

Raytheon, part of RTX (the world’s largest aerospace and defense company), has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Program Lead (DPL) in the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit (SBU). The DPL provides leadership for the Shipboard Missiles (SBM SSBU) by owning the roadmap and execution of the Digital Transformation (DT) scope to support program work environment needs. This role serves as the DT touchpoint for program leadership, program management teams, and functional partners, acting as a strategic business partner, escalation point, and change agent for digital transformation. The successful candidate will work in a cross-functional environment, ensuring effective DT support of programs from start-up to sustainment. Relocation to the Tucson, AZ area is available if the selected applicant meets company policy criteria.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the DT touchpoint for SBU Leadership, Program Management, and SSBU Directors, acting as a strategic partner and escalation point for digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and execute a strategic DT roadmap focused on streamlining opportunities and managing scope, cost, and schedule performance.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and root cause analysis to solve complex DT program challenges.
• Manage key performance metrics, financials, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), and staffing, providing regular status reports and operations reviews.
• Partner with engineering and proposal teams to capture requirements, create executable plans, and ensure effective program support across functions.
• Oversee the Program Annual Operating Plan (AOP), track capital and expense spending, and ensure compliance with security and infrastructure regulations (DFARS, CMMC, RMF, JSIG).
• Direct and manage DT personnel, resources, and third-party collaborations to advance Agile initiatives and streamline procurement and technical solutions.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued 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.
• Experience as a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Project Manager leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Product Manager, leading cross-functional teams with PMP and/or PMX/CMX Certification (highly desired).
• Experience with project management, risk/opportunity analysis, cost analysis (CAM), and performance tracking across complex programs.
• Experience with software development, systems integration, DevOps, Continuous Improvement, and testing processes through the full program life cycle.
• Leadership skills, adept at motivating teams, managing large portfolios/backlogs, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience in business case analysis, ROI modeling, contract/SOW negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules (where applicable).
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program (tuition assistance).
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (dependent on role level and collective-bargaining agreements).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $107,500 – $204,500 USD. The 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, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.