Date Posted:
2026-02-25Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
Secret - CurrentSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) Surface Radars & Sensors Center is seeking a Chief Product Owner (CPO) to lead the overall vision, strategy, and coordination of the C5I business area operating within the organization’s agile, multi-team environments. In this role, you will lead a team of product owners, align product goals with business strategy, and resolve dependencies, ensuring coordinated execution across the C5I programs scope.
What You Will Do
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Lead a matrixed engineering team, fostering collaboration across disciplines to meet program objectives and exceed customer expectations.
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Partner with the program leadership team to define and implement the "Definition of Done," ensuring quality and consistency throughout the product lifecycle.
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Serve as the primary interface with internal stakeholders, aligning technical execution with programmatic and business goals.
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Define, communicate, and implement the product vision and strategy to meet product line objectives.
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Oversee AGILE processes across SCRUM Teams, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Scaled Daily Meetings, Tech Times, and Team Demos.
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Create and maintain a prioritized product backlog to ensure efficient execution of project goals.
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Support the program leadership team in providing innovative solutions to challenging problems for U.S. customers.
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Lead customer-facing demonstrations of the C5I system to potential new customers, contributing to the growth of the product line.
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This position is on site in Tewksbury, MA.
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
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Experience leading cross-functional teams and complex engineering projects.
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Experience working in an Agile environment and/or on Agile development projects.
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Experience in overseeing and/or monitoring technical cost and schedule performance.
Qualifications We Prefer
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Experience with software product development, networking, computing platforms, cybersecurity compliance (e.g., Link16, MIL-STD-6016).
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Six Sigma, CORE, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Software Project Management Certification and/or PMX certification.
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Prior experience with the C5I product line or other DOD programs.
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Ability to understand command and control and/or radar technology in the areas of software design, integration and test.
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Proven experience in large, complex defense systems.
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Strong communication and leadership skills to effectively drive a shared vision across stakeholders and teams.
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Strategic thinking with a deep understanding of business and customer needs.
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Proven ability to resolve dependencies, mitigate risks, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
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Proven experience in large, complex defense systems.
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Experience with AI tools and applications to Systems Engineering.
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Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and associated tools (i.e. Cameo).
What We Offer
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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.
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Relocation Eligibility– Relocation assistance available
Learn More & Apply Now!
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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
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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 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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