Assoc. Director, Program Planning - Onsite

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

19h•$157,200 - $298,800•Onsite

About The Position

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 position leads a specialized team that partners with Capture Managers, Proposal Managers, Program Managers, Planners and cross-functional program teams to architect and implement program structures (ProStart), develop planning artifacts, and apply advanced planning techniques to support pursuits, startups, and predictable execution. This leader is responsible for driving alignment on strategy, clearly defining work scope and handoffs, integrating technical and programmatic solutions into RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) Management Plans and planning artifacts, and enabling disciplined, customer-focused planning aligned with RLPM and PEPP (pre-execution program planning). The role sets program activation strategy, champions continuous improvement, engages the voice of the customer, and leads transformation initiatives that strengthen program activation across the business.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 12 years of professional experience in Program Management and/or Program Planning & Scheduling or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 10 years’ experience.
Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or similar business process.
Experience managing a team of professionals.
Experience supporting the integration of subcontractors and operations into program plans, schedules, and financial tracking.
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
Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM
Proven leadership experience developing talent, building high‑performing teams, and empowering individuals through clear expectations and effective coaching.
Strong ability to align and influence stakeholders, communicate complex concepts clearly, and present confidently across all organizational levels.
Demonstrated expertise in program management across the full lifecycle, including competitive proposals, large startups, disciplined execution, and environments with external IMS/EVM requirements and complex dependencies.
Skilled in designing and implementing program structures and management plans, integrating technical and programmatic solutions, and applying planning methodologies and program management processes.
Deep proficiency in product‑based program structures and standards (MIL‑STD‑881, PBS, TFM/Bid Matrix, WBS, OBS, RAM, phasing schedules, IMP/IMS) and in schedule development and optimization techniques (reverse planning, Schedule RAACCE).
Experience leading transformation initiatives, change management, and continuous improvement, supported by credentials in Lean, Six Sigma, CORE, or equivalent methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead a team responsible for facilitating RLPM‑PEPP, ProStart, development of program structures, and advanced planning techniques such as reverse planning and Schedule RAACCE (Schedule Risk Assessment, Acceleration, Critical Chain for Execution) with program teams.
Deployment, maturation and sustainment of Raytheon RLPM-PEPP
Partner with Functional leaders, Capture, Proposal, and Program Managers to develop, tailor, and deploy program structures (PBS, WBS, OBS, RAM, etc.), planning processes and schedule optimization techniques including reverse planning, Schedule Risk Assessment, Acceleration, and Critical Chain for Execution (RAACCE). Maintain compliance with program planning standards while tailoring solutions to customer and internal requirements.
Drive program alignment on strategy, work scope definition, cross-functional handoffs, and baseline planning discipline.
Build strong customer relationships, respond resourcefully to customer issues, and obtain timely feedback to improve planning products and services.
Lead transformation and continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating customer feedback and promoting planning best practices across the business.
Manage team workload, prioritize across multiple pursuits and startups, and ensure high-quality deliverables on tight deadlines.