Associate Director, Air Dominance Requirements & Capabilities

Date Posted: 2026-05-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-848 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 848 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 Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At RTX, the world 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. Raytheon is seeking an Associate Director for Air Dominance on the Air & Space Defense Systems Requirements & Capabilities (R&C) team that will report to the Director, Air Dominance R&C, to help meet historic domestic and foreign demand and to support growth of Raytheon’s customer base for air dominance weapons with both airborne and surface-launch platforms. The Associate Director will support unprecedented acceleration of AMRAAM production by growing and maintaining domestic and international relationships to support customer requirements. The Associate Director develops, gains leadership approval and aggressively executes campaign strategies, providing air dominance solutions in close coordination with the Raytheon Air Dominance Program and Air & Space Defense Systems business unit. What You Will Do Communicate with external parties not employed by RTX including customer base, vendors, other government employees and international customers Build and maintain business relationships with potential customers and their US government counterparts Participate in the development of strategic plans and country strategies Coordinate and execute a prioritized plan of action and milestones focusing on closing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) pursuits Provide subject matter expertise in US and international customers' procurement process and acquisition strategy Prepare and request international licensing and agreements Collaborate with RTX Global Government Relations (GGR) at the Federal, State, and Local levels on Public Policy in their advocation and development of new technologies and our current systems Coordinate and manage program associated New Business Investment accounts, capture and proposal gate reviews, new business assessment and pipeline reviews, customer engagements and international Sales Intermediaries Support development of Air Dominance investment strategies, advance next generation technologies, and promote new growth opportunities Approximately 40% domestic and international travel Possible Work Locations: AZ – Tucson Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years’ experience planning and executing air combat operations in government, defense, aerospace, or related industry, or an Advanced Degree and minimum of 10 years’ experience 10+ years’ experience with military leadership in operational planning and execution, or program management/leadership of teams and people in industry developing and executing capture and proposal strategies 4+ years’ experience with USG JCTDS, PPBE, and acquisition processes; experience working with US or international acquisition processes Experience with ITAR, licensing, and compliance requirements; experience with primary USAF customers in EBAI, SPO, SAF/IA, SAFIAQP, HAF/A5, ACC and MAJCOMS Qualifications We Prefer Top Secret Clearance DoD requirements and/or acquisition environment and processes experience; USN, USAF and/or other service programs (large programs preferred) Strong understanding of exportability requirements, ITAR and growth path to Foreign Military Sales; experience shaping Letter of Requirement with foreign customers Strategic thinking with a proven track record of success; capable of assessing current and future air dominance war-fighting capabilities and requirements and developing innovative solutions to solve customers' most difficult problems Experience in defense acquisition requirements generation and/or program management 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 assistance not available Learn More & Apply Now! Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: 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. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. #LI-CC3# #LI-ONSITE As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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 link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.