Date Posted:

2025-07-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ807: RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

We are currently hiring an Associate Director in Mechanical Engineering to join the Advanced Airframes Department of the Mechanical Engineering organization located in Tucson, AZ. This position is to support the Transition to Production (TTP) phase of a proprietary program as the Airframe Execution Lead.

The Airframe Execution Lead is responsible to provide leadership for the team for all Non-Recurring and Recurring tasks to ensure delivery of the system per program plan. The IPT structure will be determined by the Lead, who will also manage the suppliers in both technical and cost/schedule parameters. The role requires a high level of execution expertise coupled with the ability to lead a dynamic, high visibility program. The additional responsibilities of the role include ensuring all Mechanical related scope across the program is executed per program plan, with a cohesive technical approach, drawing release plan and compliant to our robust execution practices.

Fulfillment of this job requisition is contingent on program contract award.

What You Will Do

The Airframe Execution Lead is responsible for the integration of test equipment, integration material, tooling as well as all documentation necessary for the IPT such as test requirements documents and work instructions.
Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to:
- Cost and schedule responsibilities for the IPT, Sub-IPTs, sub-tier suppliers within Airframe IPT, and the Mechanical budget across the program. Report business metrics to both the program and functional leadership including Estimates At Complete (EAC) responsibility for Mechanical.
- Provide the technical execution leadership required to develop, integrate & prove-in test equipment and associated integration assets.
- As a member of the Program Leadership Team, contribute to developing and aligning common program vision, execution strategies, and plans so that the entire Leadership Team communicates with one voice to the team throughout execution.
- Provide program leadership to the Sub-IPTs and many collaborative partners from Engineering, Operations, Mission Assurance, and Global Supply Chain.
- Actively work to identify, manage, and mitigate risks or capture opportunities.
- Provide mentoring and guidance to all team members.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 12 years of prior engineering experience.
Experience in Airframe design and/or production
Experience managing teams of 10 or more in a technical capacity
Experience using program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management to identify issues and develop recommended courses of action to management

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience with hypersonic airframe design and environments
Experience with leading development and maintenance across multiple program sites
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Cost Account Manager experience
Program Management certification or experience
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
Excellent presentation and proposal skills
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
DoD Top Secret Clearance

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 Eligibility

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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.

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

The salary range for this role is 147,000 USD - 295,000 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.

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