Qatar LIDS Program Manager

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Location: Andover, MA (other potential locations: Tucson, AZ; McKinney, TX; Huntsville, AL)

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship & Clearance: U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

A compelling opportunity to join the Raytheon team as an Associate Director for the Qatar LIDS contract within the Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) organization.

• Execute the Qatar LIDS contract, including Coyote effectors / launchers and KuMFRFS radars.
• Lead daily coordination and execution of the program, collaborating with IPTs on development, procurement, and production scope.
• Oversee financial oversight for development and production teams.
• Manage program schedule, technical performance, risk mitigation, cost savings, and schedule mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the day‑to‑day customer interface for status and technical performance.
• Anticipate and fulfill customer needs to ensure satisfaction and continued business.
• Direct performance of program task elements—engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, contracts, finance, and administrative functions—for gate reviews and financial activities.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience, OR advanced degree and minimum 10 years of experience.
• Experience as a Program Manager.
• Experience with testing and demonstration events on customer ranges and/or military equipment procurement/production.
• Experience with the Army or other DoD community.
• Experience managing programs while meeting financial, schedule and performance requirements.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

• Master’s in Business Administration.
• Program Management Level 3 Certification (or equivalent) or ability to achieve within 12 months.
• Effective communication: technical writing, presentation preparation and delivery.
• Effective team building and leadership skills.
• Experience with FMS programs.
• Ability to monitor, interact and maintain execution synergy for multiple diverse technical teams.
• IMS and EVMS implementation and execution, including meeting EAC requirements.
• Strong financial management background for effective EAC management.

• Our values drive our actions… Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Competitive salary range: 157,200 USD – 298,800 USD (good faith estimate).
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, FSA, flexible work schedules, EAP, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays.
• Annual incentive compensation programs depending on level.
• U.S.
  
  -based role; appropriate pay structure for U.S. territories applies.
• Application window approximately 40 days from posting date, subject to change.

Onsite:
Employees in onsite roles primarily work onsite, essential to product development.

This position requires eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non‑U.S. citizens may not be eligible. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO) adjudicates the process. For more info, visit the U.S. Department of State website.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans.

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