Associate Director, Compact Terminal Program Manager (Onsite)

RTX•Marlborough, MA

3d•$157,200 - $298,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Airborne & Sustainment portfolio in the Strategic Communications business area has an immediate need for a highly-experienced Program Manager to lead a high complexity program effort that encompasses both development and production activities simultaneously. This role is onsite. Preferred location is Marlborough MA however Largo FL may be an alternative location for eligible candidates (requiring travel to Marlborough MA 2-3 weeks/month). Approximately 30% domestic travel required.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Program or project management experience in government, defense, aerospace or related industry
5+ years of experience in Program Management OR Related Project Management experience to include leading teams managing cost, schedule and technical performance
10+ years of experience in leading organizations closely aligned with a program management office (Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations)
Experience leading engineering development programs with both hardware and software
Self-directed leader capable of executing Change Management and handling ambiguity
Engineering and manufacturing development (EMD) phase experience with DoD programs
Customer-facing program leadership experience, with excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
Ability to travel for customers, company, and program-related activities (up to 10%)
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S citizens are eligible for security clearance
Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management
Strong communication skills and experience presenting to customers
Strong working knowledge of and demonstrated experience with business and project management tools and processes such as EVMS, IMS/IMP, Risk Management, Financial Forecasting, EAC

Nice To Haves

Specific experience with RF products or custom electronics
Proven experience leading all phases of programs, ensuring adherence to program plans, schedules, and budgets
Specific Experience with Nuclear Command & Control (NC3) programs and/or other Strategic initiatives
Capture phase experience with DoD programs

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of a high‑complexity program, integrating simultaneous development, qualification, production, and engineering change efforts.
Ensure full execution of cost, schedule, technical performance, and contractual commitments using program leadership best practices.
Establish, monitor, and drive adherence to program schedules, budgets, milestones, critical paths, and key performance metrics.
Apply Earned Value Management to assess program health, develop EACs, and recommend corrective actions.
Direct cross‑functional Integrated Program Teams (contracts, finance, supply chain, operations, quality, engineering) to achieve flawless execution.
Serve as the primary customer interface, maintaining strong relationships and a collaborative “One Team” culture.
Lead and deliver Annual Operating Plans, long‑term financial outlooks, PMRs, and business forecasting reviews.
Manage communication and coordination across multiple internal and geographically dispersed stakeholders.
Guide and support engineering change proposals (ECPs), new business capture, and proposal activities.
Lead proposal and baseline efforts for new product development as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs