Associate Director, SM-3 IB Production

Company: RTX
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807A ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807A Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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? Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Are you ready to help lead some of the most critical and exciting work in the Aerospace and Defense industry? The Standard Missile 3 (SM-3) BLK IB program team is seeking to hire an Associate Director, SM-3 IB Production Program Manager (PM). This program manager will report directly to the Standard Missile 3 BLK IA/IB Program Director and is responsible in overseeing the execution of critical DoD and FMS production. The Production PM will lead a cross-functional team to deliver the SM-3 BLK IB ballistic missile defense interceptor to the US and allies. With increasing demand across the Department of Defense and Foreign Military Sales, the Production PM requires strategic planning and action to grow manufacturing throughput, ensure on-time delivery all while executing in the construct of a fixed price environment. This position requires proficiency in dynamic production problem solving, leading cross functional teams, effective communications, and driving results from a varied portfolio of manufacturing value streams and suppliers. An optimal candidate will have experience in team building, growing customer relationships, improving affordability, and implementing continuous improvement. This position is an onsite role based in Tucson, Arizona at the Airport Site facility. Relocation assistance is NOT available Will You Will Do: Leading the start-up phase of a newly awarded production program contract. Accountability for profit and loss, AOP and financial metrics for fixed-price production contract types. Developing and executing strategies that grow capacity, improve MRP performance, and achieve On-Time-Delivery (OTD). Collaborating with supply chain and quality stakeholders to increase supplier and quality performance through developing and executing improvement plans. Partnering with Program Managers across the life cycle (Obsolescence, Development, Sustainment and Engineering Support) to optimize resource utilization and maintain portfolio alignment. Maintaining a positive team dynamic and supporting the development of team leaders and members. Developing collaborative relationships with customer counterparts through effective communication and building trust. Supporting proposal activities for follow-on work and changes to proposals as required. Occasional domestic travel to customer meetings and/or supplier visits. What You Will Learn: Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years’ experience Prior experience leading profit and loss of DoD contracts as a program manager or functional leadership. Prior experience managing, tracking, and/or reporting metrics through EAC review and customer Program Management Reviews. Prior experience in program or project management. Prior experience working on or with Earned Value Management Systems or similar program/system Prior experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Qualifications We Prefer: Program Management Level 4 Certified. Experience leading the start-up of a new production contract. Prior involvement in programs that have experienced production gaps. Prior experience on production programs, particularly with Mission Assurance Provisions. Execution experience leading a team of program or project managers. Strong understanding of Earned Value Management and reporting. Experience with the Missile Defense Agency and/or US Navy customer community and acquisition experience. What We Offer: Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation – NOT AVAILABLE Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Location: Tucson, AZ This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm Learn More & Apply Now! As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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