Principal Specialist Data Manager

Date Posted:

2026-07-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-GOLETA-H20 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H20

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.

The Principal Specialist Data Manager identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract and subsequently builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system. The Principal Specialist DM identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receives the data within PDM, reviews the data for compliance, solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
 

We are hiring a Principal Specialist Data Manager for an onsite role in Goleta, CA.

What You Will Do

• Identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract
• Builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system
• Identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receives the data within PDM, and reviews the data for compliance
• Solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval, and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
• Reviews sub-tier contractor requirements, builds data tracks for supplier submissions, and receives data from various suppliers
• Approval routing, and/or incorporation, into prime contractor deliverables to the customer
• Secure non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and other related tasking

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree OR in absence of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience is required.
• 5 years of professional experience
• Experience with government standards and processes, such as described in EIA-649, Configuration Management Standard and GEIA-859, Data Management
• Experience with Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Current and Active US SECRET security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to interpret scheduling and milestone requirements
• Strong business acumen including planning, forecasting, analytical skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Can work in a team-based environment consisting of organizational and outside customer contacts to meet project goals.
• Sense of urgency; ability to meet challenging deadlines, and attention to detail
  Strong skills in interpersonal communications, relationship building, and in collaborating on cross-functional teams comprised of diverse personalities and skill sets
• Experience with generating Data Management productivity metrics and reports
• Experience with estimating, proposing and managing Data Management cost and schedule on a program
• Experienced in Windchill or similar product data management (PDM) tools
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) certification, with relevant experience
• Active DOD clearance

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.
• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation Eligible

Learn More & Apply Now

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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