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Date Posted: 2026-08-19 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: Top 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 a highly motivated candidate for the role of DeepStrike Director. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Precision Fires & Maneuver, and is responsible for leading all aspects of execution, capture, and growth for the DeepStrike portfolio. The portfolio encompasses a range of advanced weapon systems, strike capabilities, and multi‑domain launch solutions. Collectively, these programs span R&D, advanced development, Engineering Manufacturing Development, prototyping, and production, requiring integration of diverse technologies, suppliers, and customer communities. You will lead a team of professionals and interface closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Requirements & Capabilities, Contracts, Finance, and cross‑functional product teams. The role is complex, with responsibilities spanning multiple contract types, domestic and international pursuits, offset execution, supplier integration, and capture of new market segments. You will lead the development of capability roadmaps aligned with evolving U.S. and international requirements, ensuring synchronization with related missile, launcher, and advanced technology investment strategies. You will serve as the primary lead for tactical and strategic new business pursuits and coordinate extensively across the enterprise to secure growth opportunities.

• Full profit and loss responsibility and growth for the Fires and Effects portfolio, including contractual, financial, technical, and schedule performance
• Drive execution while meeting long‑term strategic objectives across development, integration, production, and advanced technology programs
• Develop, inform, and achieve Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long‑Range Plan (LRP) goals and objectives
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, strategy development, internal and external program reviews, and program planning through direct customer engagement, proposal development, supplier management, status reporting, and generation of program statements of work, specifications, and authorizations
• Serve as the primary interface with multiple customers including U.S. Army stakeholders, international partners, and congressional staff to influence program priorities, execution decisions, and funding strategies
• Collaborate with financial planning to ensure master phasing and integrated master schedules meet program strategies, objectives, and milestones
• Lead capture, startup, and execution activities for follow‑on development, emerging technology programs, autonomous launcher pursuits, and future production efforts
• Lead internal reviews, executive briefings, Gates, EACs, contract proposals, negotiations, and definitization activities
• Manage Raytheon Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) process for assigned programs
• Drive the strategic transition of critical execution from Tucson to Huntsville and other Raytheon locations to align with customer proximity and future growth objectives
• Expected to support domestic and international travel as needed

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience

Experience leading cross‑functional teams including any combination of Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality, Logistics, or related functions

Experience with financial analysis tools and project management systems including Earned Value Management

Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule performance on development or production programs

• Experience managing large/complex programs
• Experience managing program staffing, assignments, and resources
• Understanding of various contract types including domestic, FMS, Cost-Plus, FFP & FPIF, and how to execute within a mixed Program
• Experience working with senior leaders of U.S. and foreign customers

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 Eligible – Relocation assistance available

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 an Active Top Secret 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 This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ. 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.