SLCM-N Ecosystem Lead

Position: Sea‑Launched Cruise Missile‑Nuclear (SLCM-N) Ecosystem Lead Location: Tucson, AZ (Onsite, minimal travel) Security Clearance: DoD Secret clearance required; U.S. citizenship required. Responsibilities Lead the planning, funding, and execution of all SLCM-N program-required labs, missile assembly facilities, and secure information systems. Coordinate with Raytheon facilities, security, digital technology (DT), cyber security, SLCM-N IPTLs, and the Chief Engineer to ensure alignment with program needs and requirements. Serve as the primary interface between the SLCM-N program team and external construction contractors to evaluate construction plans, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with lab facility standards. Develop and maintain capital funding plans in coordination with the program business manager to ensure funds are available for facility construction, furnishing, and certification activities. Represent the interests of the program team in all facility-related coordination within Raytheon, ensuring labs and facilities are delivered on schedule to support integration, testing, and general seating for the growing team. Oversee the certification of lab facilities and information systems to meet program security and operational requirements. Support the SLCM-N Program Director, IPTLs, and Chief Engineer in identifying risks and mitigation strategies related to facility construction, funding, and readiness. Provide regular updates to program leadership on facility progress, budget status and readiness to support program milestones. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years relevant experience, or Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years relevant experience. Program or project management experience, including managing budget and developing funding plans for projects. Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage risks in a fast‑paced development environment. Experience with defense or aerospace programs requiring secure lab facilities and information systems. Familiarity with Raytheon or similar corporate processes for facility construction and certification. Knowledge of integration and test environments for complex systems, especially missile systems. Leadership experience in managing facility readiness for technical teams and cross‑functional coordination. Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr