Director, Requirements & Capabilities, Fire Control Radars

Date Posted:
2025-09-16
Country:
United States of America
Location:
TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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:
Secret - Current

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's Advanced Products & Solutions business is seeking a Director, Requirements and Capabilities (R&C), Fire Control Radars to lead the portfolio focused on domestic and international fire control radar pursuits on behalf of the Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) sub strategic business unit. The Director is responsible for developing strategy, leading associated new business captures and growing the fire control radar development, production and sustainment pipeline. The Director will play a critical role in developing customer requirements and advancing strategic pursuits. The Director supports numerous radar/sensor solutions meeting requirements that address mission sets in multiple domains. The Director must be able to fluently navigate senior level customer environments and drive outcomes that benefit both the product line and our valued customers.

As a member of the Radio Frequency Solutions R&C team, the Director will be responsible for driving early engagement with customers, translating mission requirements into actionable strategies, and influencing program development and investment decisions. This role demands a strong technical background, knowledge of the market space, and the ability to collaborate across functions to position RFS for long-term success in a rapidly evolving environment. The Director reports to the Director, R&C, Radio Frequency Solutions.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Fire Control Radar R&C team to grow the business pipeline and support all elements of pursuit capture and lifecycle program management
• Build strong and enduring relationships with our customers and end users to understand their requirements and provide solutions
• Develop strategy to successfully advance pursuits to solve customer needs and grow the business pipeline
• Lead and participate in cross functional teams
• Collaborate across functional and RTX businesses to align priorities with customer expectations
• Advocate for the needs of the warfighter to program management
• Present and communicate effectively to all levels of our current and potential customers as well as Raytheon executives
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct customer meetings
• Author and edit responses or requests for information and product proposals
• Be responsible for management of new business initiative funds
• Be responsible for bookings growth in the long-range plan
• Be responsible for coordination of consultants and potential teammates
• Collaborate with RTX Global Government Relations (GGR) at the Federal, State/Local on Public Policy in their advocation and development of new technologies and our solutions
• Travel 50% both domestically and internationally
• Possible Work Locations: TX - McKinney or VA - Arlington

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and 14+ years' experience working with Department of Defense, or an Advanced Degree and 12+ years' experience
• 10+ years' experience in military aircraft business development and capture experience or US DoD experience with fighter aircraft sensor operations, acquisition, planning/programming, requirements, or defense cooperation
• Experience leading cross functional teams in accomplishing project objectives within budget and schedule constraints

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced Degree (MBA or STEM based preferred)
• 5+ years as certified Capture Manager working domestic or international pursuits
• Strategic thinker with experience developing strategy and ability to communicate complicated concepts to senior level leadership
• Experience operating or understanding of advanced electronically scanned array technology and electromagnetic spectrum operations
• Experience with 5th or 6th generation aircraft operations, requirements, acquisition, or programming

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 not available

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role - Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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The salary range for this role is 176,000 USD - 352,000 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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