Date Posted:
2026-08-20Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
The Strategic Communications team is seeking an experienced Program Chief Engineer (PCE) to join and expand our team developing state-of-the-art communications systems. The PCE has primary accountability for meeting technical requirements and scope for the program, including engineering costs and schedule commitments. The PCE is the single Engineering point of contact responsible for leading all Engineering activities on the program. The PCE also works closely with the Program Office and external customer.
What You Will Do
• Ensure overall Engineering execution within the program – including the decision authority over Engineering activities
• Conduct Engineering Bid Reviews (EBRs) and Engineering Program Reviews (EPRs)
• Support Program Management Reviews (PMRs) for all Engineering matters
• Manage overall budget and schedule for Engineering tasks, working closely with the engineering discipline organizations to review program execution on a periodic basis to ensure schedule and cost remain on target
• Develop executable Estimates at Completion (EAC) for the program in collaboration with the responsible Engineering Cost Account Managers (CAMs)
• Ensure staffing forecasts are accurate and up to date, and work with Engineering discipline organizations to ensure appropriate staffing is assigned
• Provide oversight and review all program metrics for engineering
• Oversee and manage engineering Risks and Opportunities across the program, leveraging the enterprise to mitigate key risks and capture opportunities
• Ensure effective engineering management of suppliers in accordance with subcontractor statement of work, requirements specifications, and engineering processes
• Identify and exploit synergies across programs and across the Enterprise
• Provide accurate and timely status reports to Program and Engineering organizations
Qualifications You Must Have
• Experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Engineer, Project Engineer, or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead
• Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines with a strong focus on communications systems development
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Experience in all phases of development program lifecycle
• Experience in Risk and Opportunity management
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Qualifications We Prefer
• Experience with Agile and/or DevSecOps development methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead a development team through transition to sustainment
• Experience developing satellite communications systems
• Knowledge of Raytheon, products, technologies, and processes
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing and/or managing electronics fabrication/suppliers
• Experience with Navy and Air Force platforms, requirements, objectives
What We Offer
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• This position is eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
Employee Referral Eligible
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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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