ESSM Licensed Production Program Manager

ESSM Licensed Production Program ManagerAt 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 ESSM Licensed Production Program Manager will lead all aspects of ESSM business with International Licensed Production. In this role, you will oversee a high-performing team to deliver the ESSM capability and associated support and services to the Japanese Self Defense Force, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, and future international partners. You will manage the Profit and Loss (P&L) for this business line, drive business growth, and ensure the successful delivery of innovative products and services.**This is an onsite position at either our Tucson, AZ or Portsmouth, RI site**Relocation assistance is NOT availableWill You Will Do:Direct execution of licensed production for Block 1 sustainment and sparing activities, production support, and Block 2.Lead international ESSM weapons interface controller (WIC) development programs designed to expand integrated platforms to grow ESSM FMS and DCS sales.Lead proposal, negotiating, and capture efforts for all future ESSM licensed production business to include both development programs and production efforts.Oversee program performance, ensuring all contractual obligations, cost targets, and delivery schedules are met.Develop and maintain strong relationships with international customers and partners to align on program objectives and drive customer satisfaction.Manage risk identification and mitigation strategies to ensure program stability and success.Manage a distributed team, including at multiple Raytheon facilities and in foreign countries, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, operations, engineering, contracts, and finance, to achieve program goals.Drive business growth through the development and delivery of innovative solutions and services.Develop and execute against short and long-term business strategies for ESSM in Japan and other international licensed production.Provide leadership and guidance to the program team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.Report directly to the Director, ESSM Production, with significant decision-making authority for program direction and execution while managing Licensed Production PM (P5) and in-country Japan Liaison (P5)Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.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 7 years' experienceExperience in program or project management, including oversight of cost, schedule, and technical performance.Experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives.Business acumen to proactively identify and resolve issues efficiently and collaboratively.Demonstrated success building and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance business initiatives.Prior experience with driving influence to align stakeholders across functions, levels, and cultures to drive decisions, remove barriers, and achieve business objectivesWhat 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