Paveway International Program Assoc Director

Date Posted: 2026-07-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9030 ~ 9030 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9030 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after 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 Precision Strike portfolio is seeking an Associate Director to serve as the Paveway® International Program Manager in the Air Dominance SSBU within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) SBU, reporting the Precision Strike Portfolio Director. The Paveway International PM serves as the operational leader and lifecycle owner for the Paveway Raytheon Systems Limited portfolio, comprising six active international contracts. This role carries full P&L accountability and directs capture and execution for production, integration, and sustainment efforts across multiple international partners. Responsibilities include high-frequency international customer engagements, removing barriers in execution, and creating solutions to complex challenges. In addition, it is expected that the successful candidate will sign EACs and prepare Program Review packages and work to maintain the program’s infrastructure. This position will work across all Raytheon functional organizations directing the work of a cross functional team of ~100 people to ensure delivery of products and services in accordance with the contractual requirements. This role offers a unique opportunity on an exciting and combat-proven program. An optimal candidate will have experience in team building, cross functional leadership, factory/supplier process knowledge, and possess a program growth mindset that brings the energy and leadership to drive continuous improvement. This position will be onsite in Tucson, AZ. Relocation is not available. What You Will Do: Lead P&L, cost, schedule, and technical execution across a consolidated portfolio of international contracts   Execute daily PM cadence (battle rhythm) such as risk review boards, schedule, performance management, customer reviews, IPT/CPT reviews, failure review boards, program management reviews (PMRs), staffing reviews, and decision reviews to achieve contract commitments. Prepare, revise, update, and monitor required documentation and analysis in compliance with contract requirements, RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM), Corporate and Business policies and procedures. Directly support the program risk and opportunity process in accordance with specific financial goals and obligations. Meet contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned program(s) within contractual boundaries and company expectations. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with customer counterparts. Serve as the primary RTX interface with RSL maintaining ~3 weekly engagements and driving strategic alignment Build and maintain collaborative relationships with customer counterparts. Develop, inform and achieve AOP goals and LRP strategies for the Paveway RSL program area Develop program-enhancing partnerships with internal functional organizations (typically organized into integrated product teams (IPTs) and/or cross product teams (CPTs)) including but not limited to Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, Logistics, Data Management (CDRL support), and administrative functions. Prepare and manage all required product lifecycle artifacts and reviews. Coordinate customer program reviews in preparation of customer visits. Support contract proposal process to include bidding, gating, negotiation, and start-up efforts. Other duties assigned by the Program Director. Travel both domestically and internationally to facilitate meetings with current or future customers. Qualifications We Require: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience OR an advanced degree and minimum 10 years of experience is required. Experience with factory production of Military Hardware and subsequent delivery to international customers. Experience as leader as a program manager or as functional leader. Experience managing, tracking, and reporting metrics through EAC reviews. Demonstrated leadership of large, complex, matrixed teams. Ability to obtain an active U.S. government issued security clearance is required within 1 year of start date. Qualifications We Prefer: Raytheon Program Management Level 5 Certification or ability to receive within 6 months. International experience in the establishment of production factory facilities. International Customer Management, Program Management, and/or Business Management experience. Experience leading cross-functional teams, in the Aerospace and Defense industry. Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints. Production and/or sustainment