Business Management Associate Jobs in Connecticut

Date Posted:
2026-08-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC
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.
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
The Sustainment Business Acquisition Manager (BAM) is responsible for providing strategic guidance and Business Acquisition Team (BAT) leadership for F135 sustainment proposals. The BAM performs acquisition integration in all phases of business pursuit from the new opportunity identification through contract award. You will be the direct link for the F135 Sustainment program office to the program execution, sustainment operations, engineering, finance, contracts, legal, and Business Acquisition Center of Excellence (BACE). This position provides an opportunity to understand every aspect of the F135 Sustainment Program and to work with cross-functional teams that support the program.
What You Will Do:

• Business Acquisition: Lead BATs engaged in business pursuits in all phases of business acquisitions.
• Integration Planning: Develop integration plans and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration into the sustainment proposals.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges that may impact the proposal's success. Develop contingency plans and alternatives approaches as needed.
• Analysis: Perform business and historical analysis to validate assumptions, identify best practices and lessons learned, and formulate strategic direction.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements throughout the business acquisition gated process to achieve timely contract awards.
• Communication: Brief Senior Leadership and secure commitment through the gated process
• Proven leadership ability, strategic thinking, sharing a vision, and ability to gain consensus among groups of individuals and organizations are skills necessary to be successful in this role. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and will strive to build strong relationships with internal and USG customers.

What You Will Learn:

• P&W and RTX Business Acumen
• Military Engines and F135 organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables

Qualifications You Must Have:

• BS/BA in Engineering, Business or related field is required.
• A minimum of 12+ years' experience in logistics support, supply, procurement, proposal development, or program/project management is required.
• Prior experience balancing cost, and schedule constraints to meet program deadlines and expectations.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master's degree in engineering, Business, or related field
• Knowledge of military customers, propulsion system sustainment, and government proposals
• You're adept at managing cross-functional teams and leading cross-functional meetings.
• Strong communication and relationship skills, ability to self-start, analyze complex situations and proposals, excellent business judgment and customer focus.

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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Onsite
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 roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
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.
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