Section Leader – Systems Administration, Digital Technology, Active US Security Clearance Required

Date Posted:

2026-05-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG

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 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. 

Raytheon is seeking a Digital Systems Administration Manager to join the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) in Woburn, MA. 

This role leads the System Administration section responsible for the people, processes, and technical execution of Program Work Environments (PWEs). The Section Leader oversees staffing, tasking, technical direction, performance development, and daily operations for System Administrators supporting program objectives. 

You will own the planning and delivery of the Digital Technology (DT) scope required to establish and sustain program work environments. As the primary DT interface for program leadership, program management, and functional partners, you will serve as a strategic business partner, escalation point, and champion for digital transformation. 

This position supports programs from proposal and start-up through sustainment and closure, working across functions to ensure effective DT engagement throughout the program lifecycle. This is a fully onsite role based in Woburn, MA, with support for additional locations as needed. Domestic travel may be required.

What You Will Do:

• Assign technical work and tasking to System Administrators.

• Participate in program, engineering, factory, and cybersecurity meetings.

• Oversee staffing and workforce planning for System Administrators.

• Provide technical and programmatic updates related to System Administrator activities.

• Manage hiring activities including requisitions, interviews, offers, onboarding, and clearance processes.

• Track required team training and certifications.

• Partner with program leadership and DPLs to present a unified technical position.

• Lead performance discussions, develop IDPs, and align team goals.

• Support annual AOP, LRP and compensation planning and team building activities.

• Manage employee transitions such as separations and retirements, ensuring alignment with business operations.

• Conduct team meetings, one-on-ones, and retention-focused conversations.

• Experience assessing Architecture Review Board outputs to ensure alignment with required technical skill sets.

• Manage system refresh cycles, break-fix activities, and help desk requests.

• Monitor and maintain the health of large infrastructure equipment and systems.

• Prepare for inspections and audits, including ATO renewals.

• Experience with create, review and approve BOEs within your areas of responsibility.

• Oversee the tactical execution of digital program deliverables.

• Champion and drive capital and expense budget AOP/LRP planning activities.

• Manage and coordinate responses to team data calls.

• Identify team training needs and monitor completion of mandatory training.

• Support approval processes for travel and training requests.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years experience.

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Experience in IT Operations & Infrastructure Management: Lead system refresh cycles, break‑fix and help desk activities; monitor and maintain the health of large-scale infrastructure equipment and systems

• Experience with Architecture Governance & Compliance: Assess Architecture Review Board outputs; prepare for inspections and audits, including ATO renewals, ensuring alignment with technical standards and regulatory requirements.

• Experience in Program & Financial Execution: Oversee tactical delivery of digital program milestones; create/review/approve BOEs; drive capital and expense budgeting, including AOP/LRP planning

• Experience in Team Administration & Training: Coordinate responses to team data calls; identify training needs and track completion of mandatory training; support approval processes for travel and training requests

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading large-scale IT programs, especially those spanning multiple sites, companies, and collaborative environments.

• Experience with Agile methodologies such as Disciplined Agile, SAFe, or Scrum Alliance frameworks.

• Experience with DevSecOps practices and a strong working knowledge of systems engineering, software development, systems integration, and test processes across the program lifecycle.

• Background working within program closed area and/or engineering environments.

• Experience with contracts, SOWs, BOEs, and IT and engineering (software and systems) processes and practices.

• Experience with cybersecurity requirements including DFARS, CMMC, RMF, NIST, and ATO-related infrastructure compliance (compute, storage, networks, etc.).

• Experience leading Digital Technology transformation initiatives that deliver significant cost or schedule benefits.

• Experience serving as a functional liaison to the business on strategic initiatives.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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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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