SLCM-N Program Manager, Associate Director

Raytheon Technologies

  • Tucson, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Date Posted: 2025-08-29Country: United States of AmericaLocation: AZ807: RMS AP Bldg 807 1151 East Hermans Road Building 807, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USAPosition Role Type: OnsiteU.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: Secret - CurrentAt 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.The Advanced Emerging Technology (AET) directorate is part of the Raytheon Advanced Technology business unit and is responsible for developing systems that push the boundaries of the state of the art. Focused on both improving performance and lowering cost, AET has a broad range of development efforts funded by various DoD customers including the services and research labs.The newest program in the directorate is Sea-Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N), a Navy program to provide the nation with a "non-strategic regional presence" to deter adversaries and ensure the United States has response options in a crisis.This role is the Program Manager for that effort, and will lead the recently awarded Phase 1, and will support the efforts to move on in the competition through Phases 2 and 3.This role is onsite, located in Tucson, Arizona and requires up to 20% travel.What You Will Do
  • Work closely with the AET Portfolio Director and integrated functional teams to execute the Phase 1 contract and develop a winning technical solution for subsequent program phases.
  • Partner with the SLCM-N chief engineer to execute the complex technical effort to develop a conceptual solution that meets requirements and provides a clear path to the subsequent milestones and eventual IOC
  • As part of the SLCM-N program leadership team, the program manager will work directly with the SLCM-N program director in leading the start-up, execution and capture of this critical program.
  • Display strong communication and presentation skills with both leadership and external customers
  • Manage the execution of the contracted efforts as well as associated IRAD projects
  • Raytheon Program Management Level 3 Certification is required, or ability to achieve within 1 year.
  • Travel for customer engagements
Qualifications You Must Have
  • Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
  • Experience leading or directly supporting execution within a product development project or program
  • Experience writing and/or leading responses to solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, etc.), including white papers and proposals
  • Experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance for programs with use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, Scope Board, or similar business processes
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams including, but not limited to: Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, and/or Manufacturing/Operations
  • Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret U.S. government security clearance and program access after start
Qualifications We Prefer
  • Program Management Level 3 Certification, or equivalent
  • Demonstrated success creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, primes and internal peers
  • Experience leading proposal efforts to include large value (
250M) through corporate level gating processes * Experience with contract negotiations and execution under varying contract types (IDIQ, OTA, Etc).
  • Experience leading missile development activities
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
  • Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage a high-mix workload (multiple projects at once)
  • Familiarity with government acquisition process
  • Active Top Secret U.S. government security 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.
  • This position is not eligible for relocation.
Learn More & Apply Now!
  • Clearance Information: 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:
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.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this to read the Policy and Terms

Raytheon Technologies