Senior Manager, F135 International Security (Hybrid)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

23h•Hybrid

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. This role involves participating in the F135 Security mission, ensuring compliance with international program security requirements. It requires providing guidance and coordination for all requirements outlined in the U.S. Government approved Technology Control Plan, and working closely with F-35 Partner and FMS locations to develop and sustain compliant security programs with international security teams. The position also involves applying security and program-specific knowledge to effectively counsel and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, and overseeing a team conducting security inspections with multiple USG organizations and foreign governments, fostering continuous improvement in the security program.

Requirements

Advanced degree and 7+ years of Industrial Security, Government (DoD), Regulatory Compliance, Military experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry or military experience.
Familiarization with NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology and experience with development and implementation of security standard operating procedures.
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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Active U.S DoD Security Clearance Secret level or higher.
Personnel management experience.
Experience / familiarity with the Department of Defense Manuals and Instructions.
Understanding of government contracts, security programs and regulations.
Understanding of U.S. import/export control regulations including Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Knowledge of or direct experience working with jet engine production or depot operations.
Understanding of continuous improvement principles and tools (CORE/ACE/Six Sigma/LEAN).

Responsibilities

Participate in the F135 Security mission, ensuring compliance with international program security requirements.
Provide guidance and coordination for all requirements outlined in the U.S. Government approved Technology Control Plan.
Work closely with F-35 Partner and FMS locations to develop and sustain compliant security programs with international security teams.
Apply security and program-specific knowledge to effectively counsel and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Oversee a team conducting security inspections with multiple USG organizations and foreign governments, fostering continuous improvement in the security program.
Travel Required up to 25% including both domestic and international travel.