Requirements and Capabilities Associate Director – Future Naval Composable Weapons
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. Raytheon’s Advanced Technology (AT) business is seeking a Requirements and Capabilities Associate Director for Future Naval Composable Weapons. The Associate Director will be responsible for leading the pursuit of a critical new business opportunity in the Aerospace and Defense sector and transitioning the program into startup. We are looking for a seasoned and strategic leader who excels under pressure and can effectively collaborate with both government and internal team members to position Raytheon as the preferred partner for this next-generation capability. The Associate Director reports to the AT Strategic Capture Lead and serves as the key voice in shaping this future growth opportunity.
Requirements
- University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years prior Aerospace and Defense experience or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 10 years’ experience
- 5+ years’ experience directly leading acquisition or program cross-functional teams with NAVSEA PEO IWS
- 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
- Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree (MBA or STEM-based preferred)
- Working knowledge of Business Development operations process (e.g., investments, financial planning, pipeline management) and capture management
- Experience with US Navy requirements development and budgeting process for naval missiles
Responsibilities
- Lead the capture of Future Naval Composable Weapon opportunities, overseeing all phases of the lifecycle from inception to program startup
- Create and implement compelling, customer-aligned win strategies that highlight Raytheon's differentiators and key value propositions
- Drive early and ongoing customer engagement to shape requirements, anticipate future needs, and influence acquisition strategies ahead of formal solicitations, maintaining customer relationships throughout program execution
- Develop and execute a comprehensive plan, including customer mapping, engagement strategy, and a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with defined success metrics
- Guide the strategy through the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) framework, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business objectives
- Track and report on performance metrics, including Probability of Award (POA), New Business Investment (NBI) execution, and win/loss outcomes
- Provide data-driven recommendations to secure and optimize investment funding, maximizing Probability of Win (Pwin) while maintaining cost discipline and affordability
- Build and lead high-performing, multi-disciplinary capture and execution teams, collaborating across Raytheon Strategic Business Units (SBUs), functional areas, and external partners
- Lead critical capture events, such as Black Hat reviews, Win Strategy Workshops, Color Team reviews, and independent assessments to ensure a competitive edge
- Oversee key milestones such as Strategy and Submit gates, ensuring timely resource allocation and smooth transitions
- Provide direct support in proposal development, including drafting technical and management volumes and contributing to competitive pricing strategies
- Brief and update senior leadership on capture progress and program execution, including investment needs, risks, and opportunities to ensure alignment and informed decision-making
- Ensure a seamless transition from capture to program execution by supporting post-award startup planning, resourcing, and team alignment
- Collaborate with RTX Global Government Relations (GGR) at Federal, State, and Local levels on Public Policy to advocate and develop new technologies and solutions
Benefits
- 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
- holidays
- Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
