Precision Projectiles Development Associate Director

Date Posted:

2026-08-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09

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 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.

The Projectiles Portfolio is seeking an Associate Director to serve as the Precision Projectiles Development Program Manager for the Excalibur Hit to Kill (HTK) and Extended Range Artillery Projectile (ERAP) programs. Both HTK (XM1180) and ERAP (XM1230) programs are part of the Excalibur Weapon System designed to further extend the range and seeker capability of 155mm artillery projectiles. You will be responsible for all aspects of business performance and program execution to include cost, schedule, technical performance and customer satisfaction. You will also develop & integrate the range extension and seeker solutions in concert with existing projectile efforts.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for program integration, coordination, and direct engagement with the program team and functional partners, in pursuit of day-to-day program execution
• Responsible for meeting contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned program(s) within contractual boundaries and company expectations
• Develop, inform and achieve AOP and LRP goals and objectives
• Advocate Program Management plans, processes, and business objectives including the management of Earned Value metrics and Risk and Opportunity processes
• Serve as the primary interface US Army Government Leaders to develop and influence program priorities, execution, and funding strategies
• Develop program-enhancing partnerships with internal functional organizations
• Accountable for on-time completion of proposal and associated capture and startup activities
• Collaborate with Financial Planning to ensure Top-level Master Phasing and the Integrated Master Schedules meet program strategies, objectives, and milestones
• Lead internal reviews and executive briefings pertaining to all pursuits to include Gates, EACs, contract proposals, negotiation and definitization, and contract closeout efforts
• Shape future capture strategy and develop win strategies that enable follow-on contract phases in close coordination with the Requirements & Capabilities organization
• Expected to support domestic and international travel as needed

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
• Experience developing and reviewing cost proposals
• Experience leading cross-functional teams
• Experience with technical, cost, and schedule requirements

Qualifications We Prefer

• In-depth knowledge of projectile weapon systems and army production and development programs
• Working knowledge of contract formation, execution, and management.
• Proficiency with program management tools
• Demonstrated ability to advise and influence functional leaders, business development, global supply chain and internal program leaders to secure the necessary financial (IR&D, Capital) & staffing resources
• Program Management Certification or ability to obtain; track record in successfully leading IR&D, NBI and/or customer funded programs/projects

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