Associate Director

Date Posted:
2026-07-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-VA-ARLINGTON-VA1 2461 S Clark St BLDG 1, Ste 1000
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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'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.

Raytheon is seeking an Associate Director for Naval Radars on the Naval Power Requirements and Capabilities team to lead campaigns to grow Raytheon's customer base for integrated air and missile defense sensors and naval surface platforms. The Associate Director develops, gains leadership approval and aggressively executes campaign strategies in close coordination with the Raytheon Naval Systems and Sustainment (NSS) Business Development Executive and Naval Power business units. The Associate Director will develop relationships with domestic and international customers to provide maritime integrated system solutions to meet their defense needs.

What You Will Do

• Identify, develop and assess new opportunities
• Build and maintain business relationships with potential customers and their US government counterparts
• Provide subject matter expertise in US and international customers' procurement process and acquisition strategy
• Participate in the development of strategic plans and country strategies
• 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
• Approximately 30% domestic and international travel
• Possible Work Locations: Arlington, VA or Chesapeake, VA

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 12 years' experience with naval radars, naval shipboard systems, and associated naval operations, or an Advanced Degree and minimum of 10 years' experience.
• Experience with the Aegis Combat Management System Integrated Air and Missile Defense sensors, effectors, operations and capabilities
• Former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer with experience with naval surface combat systems, sensors, and effectors

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with or knowledge of shipbuilding, to include installation and testing of the combat system
• Strategic thinking with a proven track record of success; capable of assessing current and future maritime warfighting capabilities and requirements and developing innovative solutions to solve customers' most difficult problems
• Proven leadership qualities, interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for achieving mission success for our customers
• 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and
  Innovation.
• Relocation assistance is not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role - Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
• 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.

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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 172,900 USD - 328,700 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.


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