Associate Director, F135 Sustainment Business Acquisition (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

1d•$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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Sustainment Business Acquisition Manager (BAM) is responsible for providing strategic guidance and Business Acquisition Team (BAT) leadership for F135 sustainment proposals. The BAM performs acquisition integration in all phases of business pursuit from the new opportunity identification through contract award. You will be the direct link for the F135 Sustainment program office to the program execution, sustainment operations, engineering, finance, contracts, legal, and Business Acquisition Center of Excellence (BACE). This position provides an opportunity to understand every aspect of the F135 Sustainment Program and to work with cross-functional teams that support the program.

Requirements

BS/BA in Engineering, Business or related field is required.
A minimum of 12+ years’ experience in logistics support, supply, procurement, proposal development, or program/project management is required.
Prior experience balancing cost, and schedule constraints to meet program deadlines and expectations.
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.
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Proven leadership ability, strategic thinking, sharing a vision, and ability to gain consensus among groups of individuals and organizations are skills necessary to be successful in this role.
The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and will strive to build strong relationships with internal and USG customers.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field
Knowledge of military customers, propulsion system sustainment, and government proposals
Adept at managing cross-functional teams and leading cross-functional meetings.
Strong communication and relationship skills, ability to self-start, analyze complex situations and proposals, excellent business judgment and customer focus.

Responsibilities

Lead BATs engaged in business pursuits in all phases of business acquisitions.
Develop integration plans and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration into the sustainment proposals.
Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges that may impact the proposal’s success. Develop contingency plans and alternatives approaches as needed.
Perform business and historical analysis to validate assumptions, identify best practices and lessons learned, and formulate strategic direction.
Drive improvements throughout the business acquisition gated process to achieve timely contract awards.
Brief Senior Leadership and secure commitment through the gated process.