Senior Analyst, Deputy Program Manager

Date Posted:

2026-09-16

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01

 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

Senior Analyst, Program Deputy Manager

Job Summary:

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.

Are you interested in supporting a strategic program within Advanced Technology (AT) Strategic Business Unit that is developing next generation of technology for the Warfighter? This role is for a highly experienced professional who can navigate complex challenges, lead strategic initiatives, and drive significant improvements on a “proprietary” program within a multi-functional domain. The Deputy Program Manager (Senior Analyst) will report to the Program Director and serve as the Information System Owner (ISO) for programs, working with a multi-functional team consisting of Digital Technologies, Cybersecurity, Program (Industrial) Security, Facilities, and Engineering to ensure the necessary resources and security approvals are planned and coordinated to achieve technical milestones within cost and schedule constraints.

This role is onsite located in Goleta, California and requires occasional travel to various domestic locations to support program needs.

What You Will Do

• •Interface with the government Program Office (Information Owner/Steward) and Program Security Officer (PSO), the Area of Responsibility PSO, and the Information System Authorizing Official (AO) or other AO designee; Delegated Authorizing Official (DAO) and Security Control Assessor (SCA).
• •Interface with AT and functional leadership to communicate status, issues, help needed for ongoing program operations and drive solutions to mitigate risk of cost and schedule impacts.
• •Coordinate with personnel from Digital Technologies, Cybersecurity, Contractor Program Security, Facilities, and Engineering in the technical execution of the scope required for the procurement, development, integration, modification, operation, maintenance, and testing of new program hardware.
• •Work with a multi-functional team of personnel to execute a comprehensive strategy for short and long-term connectivity solutions between geographical separated locations, including establishment and maintenance of connections.
• •Work with Director to develop a program roadmap and strategy for current and future development and transition contracts.
• •Work with AT leadership and functions to ensure infrastructure is in place for dynamic program needs and future transition efforts.
• •Assume responsibilities of ISO for program's classified networks, elements of functional strategies and operational goals.
• •Direct activities with significant impacts on the discipline's results, including introducing new products, processes, or standards.
• •Face numerous, often undefined, problems requiring extensive investigation to understand root causes.
• •Apply problem solving skills in closed work environment without access to common web-based management tools.
• •Improve existing processes and systems through unique and novel solutions derived from research and industry best practices.
• •Perform program management duties when Program Managers are out of the office including interfacing with customer program office, AT leadership, directing program leads and PMO functions (e.g. finance, planning) to meet cost, schedule, and contractual requirements.
• •Support proposal efforts to support program growth.

Qualifications You Must Have

• •Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field
• •Experience managing projects or programs
• •Experience with industry or with government customers
• •Experience with MS Office Suite and/or related software applications
• •Project management or related business experience
• •Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start

Qualifications We Prefer

• •Program/ Project Management certification or ability to achieve within 12 months.
• •EVMS certified or equivalent or ability to achieve within 12 months.
• •Experience developing, maintaining, and /or managing formal Information System security program and policies.
• •Excellent relationship skills with the ability to build positive relationships based on respect and trust with cross-functional team members, leadership, and Government customers.
• •Substantial knowledge of Raytheon products, programs, or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.
• •Desire to continuously learn skills required for a career in program management.
• •Experience across the fields of security or cybersecurity.
• •Ability to recognize resource constraints and prioritize team effort.
• Ability to understand and analyze complex business problems to define and develop technology-based solutions.

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.

Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Learn More & Apply Now!

This position requires a 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

• •Location Info:
• •Goleta, CA: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location

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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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