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What does a director localization do?

A Director of Localization oversees the strategy, planning, and execution of localization efforts to ensure products, content, and services are adapted effectively for global markets. They lead localization teams, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional departments to maintain linguistic and cultural accuracy. Additionally, they implement localization tools, processes, and quality standards to optimize efficiency and scalability. Their role is crucial in enabling businesses to expand internationally while maintaining a consistent brand experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director localization?

To thrive as a Director Localization, you need deep expertise in localization strategy, multilingual project management, and fluency in at least one foreign language, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in linguistics or related fields. Familiarity with Translation Management Systems (TMS), CAT tools, and certifications like PMP or ATA are often valued. Excellent leadership, cross-cultural communication, and negotiation skills set exceptional candidates apart. These competencies ensure timely, high-quality localization that aligns with both business goals and global market needs.

What are some common challenges faced by a director localization and how are they addressed in this role?

One of the main challenges for a Director Localization is ensuring seamless collaboration between global teams while maintaining consistent quality and messaging across multiple languages. This often involves managing tight deadlines, prioritizing projects, and navigating cultural nuances that affect content adaptation. Successful Directors work closely with cross-functional teams—such as product, marketing, and engineering—to align localization strategies with business objectives. Proactive communication, establishing clear workflows, and leveraging advanced localization tools help overcome these challenges and drive impactful global launches.

What job categories do people searching Director Localization jobs in Huntsville, AL look for?

The top searched job categories for Director Localization jobs in Huntsville, AL are:

Material Program Manager - Global Patriot (Andover, MA, Tewksbury, MA, McKinney, TX, or Huntsvill...

Raytheon Technologies

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

As a Material Program Manager (MPM), you will be accountable for all Global Supply Chain (GSC) activities on Global Patriot International Programs. This is a high-profile and high-impact assignment, and the successful candidate will be a great team-builder, work with various systems and people and operate in a matrix environment to deliver business results.The role encompasses the complete Program life cycle from capture through execution and sustainment [Gates 4-11] and requires an ability to operate in a challenging and constantly changing environment.

This is an onsite role that will be based in Andover, MA, Tewksbury, MA, McKinney, TX, or Huntsville, AL.

What You Will Do

  • Represent GSC and serve as the GSC interface to the Program Management Office (PMO).

  • Report GSC program status and communicate critical issues to external and internal customers, as well as offering solutions and implementing corrective action(s).

  • Prepare monthly material sales forecasts, utilizing the Material Forecast Tool (MFT), including interface and alignment with IPTs, Procurement and FP&A Teams, and perform a monthly forecast variance analysis.

  • Implement proactive management of material sales Risk & Opportunity, utilizing the Risk & Opportunity Management (ROM) Tool to ensure predictability.

  • Support Program offset and/or localization efforts, including direct and indirect project identification and international supplier assessment and development.

  • Support GSC new Program start-up activities, including development of the Material Program Plan (MPP), Contract Flow-Through Brief (CFB) and baselining activities.

  • Support bottoms-up proposal management, including PMER kick-offs, and engagingwith the LADS Central Proposals Team to support the capture plan and management of GSC proposal content, including CAPA supplier management.

  • Support Program audits (internal and external), including USG Material Pricing Audits and Program Definitization.

  • Support EXIM licensing requirements and Part 130 Sweeps.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.

  • Experience with budget and Earned Value (EV) management, MRP systems and tools such as PRISM and KINAXIS, Risk & Opportunity Management (ROM) Tool, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and/or proposals.

  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Business, Finance, Management, Engineering, Supply Chain or similar.

  • MPM Level 4 Certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year.

  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) and the ability to work and succeed in a matrix environment.

  • Must be a self-starter, capable of implementing functional and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management and, as required, supplier management.

  • Must be able to succeed in the high stress, fast paced development environment and have excellent time management skills with the ability to assign the appropriate priorities to often conflicting tasks.

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.

  • 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.

We Are RTX

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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