Requirements and Capabilities Associate Director – Future Naval Composable Weapons

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-E Hermans Rd BLDG 804

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

At RTX the worlds largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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 todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows 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.

Raytheons Advanced Technology (AT) business is seeking a Requirements and Capabilities Associate Director for Future Naval Composable Weapons. The Associate Director will be responsible for leading the pursuit of a critical new business opportunity in the Aerospace and Defense sector and transitioning the program into startup. We are looking for a seasoned and strategic leader who excels under pressure and can effectively collaborate with both government and internal team members to position Raytheon as the preferred partner for this next-generation capability. The Associate Director reports to the AT Strategic Capture Lead and serves as the key voice in shaping this future growth opportunity.

What You Will Do

• Lead the capture of Future Naval Composable Weapon opportunities overseeing all phases of the lifecycle from inception to program startup
• Create and implement compelling customer-aligned win strategies that highlight Raytheons differentiators and key value propositions
• Drive early and ongoing customer engagement to shape requirements anticipate future needs and influence acquisition strategies ahead of formal solicitations maintaining customer relationships throughout program execution
• Develop and execute a comprehensive plan including customer mapping engagement strategy and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with defined success metrics
• Guide the strategy through the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) framework ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business objectives
• Track and report on performance metrics including Probability of Award (POA) New Business Investment (NBI) execution and win/loss outcomes
• Provide data-driven recommendations to secure and optimize investment funding maximizing Probability of Win (Pwin) while maintaining cost discipline and affordability
• Build and lead high-performing multi-disciplinary capture and execution teams collaborating across Raytheon Strategic Business Units (SBUs) functional areas and external partners
• Lead critical capture events such as Black Hat reviews Win Strategy Workshops Color Team reviews and independent assessments to ensure a competitive edge
• Oversee key milestones such as Strategy and Submit gates ensuring timely resource allocation and smooth transitions
• Provide direct support in proposal development including drafting technical and management volumes and contributing to competitive pricing strategies
• Brief and update senior leadership on capture progress and program execution including investment needs risks and opportunities to ensure alignment and informed decision-making
• Ensure a seamless transition from capture to program execution by supporting post-award startup planning resourcing and team alignment
• Collaborate with RTX Global Government Relations (GGR) at Federal State and Local levels on Public Policy to advocate and develop new technologies and solutions
• Domestic travel up to 25%
• Work Location: Tucson AZ

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years prior Aerospace and Defense experience or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 10 years experience
• 5 years experience directly leading acquisition or program cross-functional teams with NAVSEA PEO IWS

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree (MBA or STEM-based preferred)
• Working knowledge of Business Development operations process (e.g. investments financial planning pipeline management) and capture management
• Experience with US Navy requirements development and budgeting process for naval missiles

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.
• Relocation assistance available provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements

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• Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles commuting to and from the assigned site is the employees personal responsibility.

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The salary range for this role is 157200 USD - 298800 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 candidates 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 companys 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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