Manager Configuration Management

Date Posted: Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807 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: Secret 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.

What You Will Do

• Drive Strategic Configuration Management Initiatives: Lead and oversee the execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting, ensuring alignment with long‑term organizational goals and complex contractual requirements.
• Develop and Implement Enterprise‑Level CM Strategies: Define and implement CM strategies and frameworks, driving the adoption of common processes and best practices across programs and business units.
• Provide Advanced Change Leadership: Oversee the introduction and implementation of changes to engineering documents and processes, ensuring alignment with program objectives and enterprise initiatives.
• Lead Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key liaison between engineering, quality, manufacturing, and data control teams to ensure successful coordination and execution of engineering changes.
• Audit and Compliance Leadership: Lead configuration audits, resolve high‑priority data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and complex contractual obligations.
• Baseline Oversight and Data Governance: Establish, maintain, and monitor product baselines, ensuring data integrity and accuracy across enterprise systems and tools.
• Strategic Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Assess and mitigate CM‑related risks, providing expert guidance to leadership on program readiness, compliance, and configuration health.
• Mentorship and Technical Leadership: Mentor and develop CM professionals at all levels, fostering a culture of excellence and driving organizational growth through knowledge‑sharing and skill development.
• Support Enterprise‑Level CM Initiatives: Collaborate with senior leadership, engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure CM strategies align with business objectives and program performance goals.

Qualifications

Typically requires A University Degree (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline) or equivalent experience.

8 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred.

In lieu of a degree 12 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred.

Experience with databases (SAP,ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, and/or other related databases).

Experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

An active and existing Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one prior to start.

Qualifications We Prefer

General knowledge and understanding of configuration management principles using configuration management policies, procedures, and tools.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance with configuration management policies.

Ability to identify potential complex problems associated with technical engineering data, regarding configuration management issues, and take corrective action as needed

Experience reviewing data and/or processing documentation/records

What We Offer

• Parental (including paternal) leave
• flexible work schedules
• achievement awards
• educational assistance
• child/adult backup care

Relocation Eligible

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.