Date Posted:
2026-05-28
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01
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 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 Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) organization, part of our Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) SSBU within our Advanced Products and Solutions (APS) SBU is seeking an Associate Director (AD) within the Emerging Programs Directorate. In this role you are responsible for the capture and execution of strategic business as a growth engine for Raytheon. You will be responsible for planning and execution of small to large programs through development, production and sustainment phases. The AD leads a team of program managers and is responsible for total program performance including project execution, business goals and customer relationships of all programs within the team. The AD must have the skills to manage several direct reports plus a large cross functional team, including suppliers, and interact with other Raytheon business units to successfully deliver the products for the programs.
This role is onsite in Goleta, CA.
What You Will Do
Accountability for profit and loss, AOP development and execution, and EAC inputs
Develop and execute program growth strategies
Building and maintaining relationships with the customers
Manage cost, schedule, technical performance
Lead program reviews and program development through customer engagement, supplier management
Develop and execute contingency plans to address potential risks and maintain program schedules
Provide regular updates to program leadership and executive teams on progress, challenges, and milestones
Lead proposals, negotiations, capture activities
Manage direct reports including training, performance reviews and guiding them through program challenges
Travel to support the business as needed
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 10 years' experience
Program or project management experience leading development programs
Experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance for programs with use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, Scope Board, or similar business processes
Experience supporting cross-functional teams
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start
Qualifications We Prefer
Program Management Level 3 Certification or ability to obtain within one year
Proven success creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, US acquisition commands and internal peers
Experience working with government customers on large, complex programs with direct customer interfaces, both internal and external
Technical knowledge of Electronic Warfare systems and similar technologies
Basic understanding of the military operations community and logistics support structures
Experience leading capture activities
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.
Not Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available for this position
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This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
Location Info:
Goleta: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-goleta-ca-location
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 172,900 USD - 328,700 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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