Associate Director Program Management Jobs in Dallas, TX

Date Posted:

2026-06-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WD ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING D BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after 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.

Raytheon - Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) is seeking a Director, Program Management to support a highly visible complex area within the Electro-Optical and Infrared Solutions (EOIRS) Sub-Strategic Business Unit (SSBU).

This Program Area has products in all phases of the product lifecycle with primary focus on domestic customers, including major primes, across ground and airborne domains. You will be expected to set strategy, vision and direction for a cross-functional team, including multiple direct reports, to ensure successful execution leading to the achievement of business objectives.  You will be expected to drive focus on overall product affordability, product integrity, on-time deliveries while ensuring a team culture of trust and respect.

This role is onsite in McKinney, TX.

What You Will Do

• Lead a portfolio of programs consisting of multiple direct report program managers and a cross-functional organization responsible for day-to-day execution of all aspects of the portfolio
• Coordinate and align interactions, dependencies, and transactions between customers and other primes
• Accountable for Bookings, Sales, Profit, and Cash
• Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long Range Plan (LRP) development and execution and program Estimate at Completions (EACs)
• Manage risk, opportunity, cost, quality and schedule performance
• Develop and execute program area growth strategies and drive continued productivity improvements
• Understand and represent customer needs to leadership while building and maintaining excellent relationships with customers and key suppliers
• Champion development of program management talent and leadership capability within the organization
• Travel up to 40% to support domestic and international business engagements

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience

• Execution experience leading production programs
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance for programs with use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management, Scope Board, or similar business processes
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to include, but not limited to, any combination of the following: Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement/Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Management, Logistics, Data Management (CDRL support) and/or administrative functions

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven success creating and maintaining strong executive level relationships with suppliers, customers, government representatives, primes and internal peers
• Program Management Level 3 Certification required to be obtained after onboarding
• Program management experience across the product lifecycle (development, transition to production, production and/or sustainment programs)
• Experience working with U.S. Army and/or Prime contractors on government programs (complex) with direct customer interfaces, both internal and external
• Experience developing and implementing execution, coordination, and growth strategies for franchise programs
• Oversight and monitoring of supplier performance; develop preventive and corrective actions as necessary
• An active and in-scope Secret U.S. government issued security clearance

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 is not available for this position.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm 

• Location Info:
  • North Texas: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-north-texas-location

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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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.

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