CIWS/RAM Associate Director

Date Posted:
2025-11-03
Country:
United States of America
Location:
VA130: 2450 Crystal Drive, Arlington 2450 Crystal Drive Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22202 USA
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:
Top 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 seeks an experienced Associate Director, Program Management, to support CIWS RAM Development Capability program. In this role you lead and manage the program, ensuring alignment with both program, customer and company goals and objectives.

**This is an onsite role that can be located at either one of the following Raytheon facilities, Crystal City, VA, Tucson, AZ or Louisville, KY.

**Relocation assistance is NOT available.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and manage the complex CRDC (CIWS RAM Development Capability) program, ensuring alignment with both program, customer and company goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic and execution plans for project upgrades, redesign, production & support coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee the execution of project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to senior management and customers.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Represent RTX Corporation at customer and stakeholder meetings
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, customers, and partners through significant travel to Tucson and Washington, DC.

What You Will Learn:

• Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen
• SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables
• Advanced project and program management techniques in a technical global context.
• Strategic decision-making and leadership skills in the aerospace and defense industry.
• In-depth knowledge of CIWS and RAM Systems
• Best practices for managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Enhanced problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
• Networking with industry leaders and stakeholders.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years' experience
• Prior Program/Project management experience
• Prior experience in leading and managing

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Technical acumen and in-depth knowledge of Navy Terminal Defense Systems
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP or equivalent).
• Experience working with government and defense agencies.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing large budgets.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in aerospace and defense.

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.
• Relocation - NOT AVAILABLE

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.
• Location : Crystal City, VA, Tucson, AZ or Louisville, KY.

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

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 162,000 USD - 326,000 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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