Associate Director, Production Control, RFT (Radio Frequency Tec

Date Posted:
2026-04-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MA-ANDOVER-AR1 ~ 358 Lowell St ~ AR1 DUKES BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Confidential
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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 is seeking an Associate Director of Production Control for the Radio Frequency Technology (RFT) Factory located in Andover, MA. Reporting to the Director of Production Control and Logistics, this position is a key member of the Operations Leadership Team responsible for overseeing production control, material planning, and work-in-process management to ensure successful customer delivery. The role will lead a team of approximately 20 employees, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement while driving operational excellence.

This position requires cross-functional leadership skills, operational expertise, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. The Associate Director will collaborate with teams across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain, and Logistics to meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives while championing innovative solutions for material management.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage a team, driving performance management, goal setting, career development, and training initiatives while fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• Build and lead cross-functional teams, leveraging expertise in operations and program management to optimize production processes in a complex, high-technology environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards such as FAR/DFAR, ISO, OSHA, and ITAR, while maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.
• Oversee production planning, material management, and the release of over 14,000 production orders annually, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with contract and revenue requirements.
• Manage inventory accuracy and safeguard $28 million in precious metals and MRO stores supporting over 250 machines.
• Develop and implement process improvements and cost-saving measures utilizing Raytheon CORE practices to drive operational excellence.
• Drive operational improvements through metrics-based strategies, ensuring material availability, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support IRAD/CRAD activities, franchise program management, and advanced technology coordination to enable strategic growth and innovation.
• Oversee 400+ process steps across 3 key value streams comprising RF Head (TPY2, SPY-6, LTAMDS), Saw Module Fab, and Crystal Fab, ensuring seamless operations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership across the organization to align strategies, execute projects on tight deadlines, and support enterprise goals.
• This will be an onsite role in our Andover, MA facility.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience.
• Experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or other production schedule-driven environments.
• Manufacturing operations, finance, or project management relevant to the role.
• Experience leading daily team operations and/or comparable leadership experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment with a focus on managing collective bargaining workforces.
• Experience with Special Program Access and other business systems, including shop floor data systems.
• Experience in Six Sigma, CORE, Lean Manufacturing processes, diagnostics, and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience driving financial performance, cost reduction, staffing, and budgeting.

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.

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.

• Clearance Information: 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

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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