Senior Manager, Patriot Sustainment and Modernization Programs

Date Posted:

2026-06-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OK-LAWTON-711 ~ 1 Sw 11Th St ~ BLDG 111, Ste 290

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’s 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.

Raytheon is seeking a highly motivated candidate to lead the development and execution of comprehensive product support initiatives that ensure the sustainment, modernization, and operational readiness of Patriot systems for U.S. and international partners across 18 nations. You will drive long term system viability by shaping resource investment decisions across personnel, funding, and schedules, enabling Raytheon to maintain its leadership as a trusted provider of Integrated Air and Missile Defense solutions. Through cross-functional coordination and strategic planning, you will ensure that global Patriot customers receive enduring, high-quality support that advances mission readiness and strengthens international partnerships.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, program management, operations, and global customer teams to deliver integrated support solutions that enhance mission readiness. 
• Develop and implement data driven support strategies that optimize system availability, reduce lifecycle costs, and extend system relevance for global users 
• Provide oversight of sustainment planning, and modernization roadmaps 
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Operational and Sustainment Concepts of Operations for existing and emerging Patriot ground systems, BMC4I and missiles. 
• Ensure effective alignment of product support activities with contractual requirements, customer expectations, and Raytheon business objectives 
• Present program status, risk assessments, and investment recommendations to senior leadership and customer stakeholders 
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation across the product support lifecycle to improve performance and customer satisfaction 
• Participate in color team reviews and proposal development 
• Expected to support domestic and international travel as needed

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 of experience
• Experience in Integrated Air and Missile Defense operations, sustainment, logistics, or systems support
• Experience in sustainment strategy development and lifecycle support 
• Experience leading interoperability efforts, including joint logistics planning, multinational repair integration, and technical data alignment 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Department of War Capabilities Portfolio Management (CPM) experience 
• Experience engaging with international military services throughout the MENA, INDOPACOM, and CENTCOM theaters 
• Demonstrated leadership with a strong record of driving cross‑functional initiatives that deliver measurable results 
• Skilled in managing a variety of stakeholders and gaining alignment while clearly communicating complex strategies to senior leaders 

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