Operations and Supply Chain Associate Director, PF&M - Tucson, AZ

Job ID: 01868825Posted: Posted 18 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-08-24Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-08-24 Country:United States of America Location:US-AZ-TUCSON-M09 ~ 3350 E Hemisphere Loop ~ BLDG M09 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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.The Associate Director for Operations & Supply Chain within the Precision Fires & Maneuvers (PF&M) organization will play a critical leadership role across the product lifecycle. This leader will help define and execute OSC strategies spanning new business pursuits, bid and proposal activities, development and prototyping, ongoing sustainment, obsolescence management, production execution, and program closeout.The role requires strong strategic thinking, the ability to influence across multiple product lines and value streams, and effective collaboration with program, engineering, and supply chain partners. The Associate Director will directly lead Material Program Managers and Program Operations Managers across the Raytheon Effectors factory network, ensuring disciplined execution of manufacturing operations and supply chain activities that meet program cost, schedule, and performance goals.What You Will DoAct as primary OSC interface with internal (program and functional) and external customers ensuring alignment, transparency, and high service standards.Ensure MPM and POM teams have the right people, process, and skills to succeed.Lead OSC proposal strategy including task descriptions, BOEs, supplier strategies, and affordability initiatives.Lead OSC short and long-term cost, schedule, execution planning, forecasting, and productivity.Lead sourcing, capital, and build strategies to ensure program’s ability to deliver more, cheaper, and faster.Lead OSC inputs for all gate reviews to ensure robust Risk and Opp identification and handling plans.Champion and execute process improvements to strengthen OSC’s value proposition across the organization.Lead Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and Production Readiness Review (PRR) assessments to ensure success during execution.Lead RLPM Production and Material Program Plans and to document and align execution strategies with cross-functional buy-in.Demonstrate strong business acumen in managing budget, schedule, and resource plans.Deliver clear verbal and visual presentations that convey bias for action to internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and customers.Ensure cross‑functional collaboration and support escalation efforts to remove barriers, align teams, and achieve program objectives.Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.Defense or Aerospace experience in a Supply Chain or Operations role.Experience leading teams in a matrixed organization.Experience managing functional profit and loss.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.Qualifications We PreferExperience working with external customers and all levels of internal leadership.Experience with Raytheon Product Lifecycle Management (RLPM).Proven ability to lead cost‑reduction and process‑improvement initiatives.What We OfferOur 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.Not Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance not available.Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. 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.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: This position is an onsite role in Tucson, AZ: We Are RTXAs 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. 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