Requirements and Capabilities Associate Director – Future Naval Composable Weapons

RTX•Wilson, AZ

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

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

Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements
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