Associate Director, Engineering

Prattwhitney; North Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Engineering Project Leader, Associate Director to shape radar technology strategy for next-generation ground and naval systems. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, contracts, and program management to capture opportunities and mature technologies.

The role requires a Top Secret clearance and deep expertise in software-defined apertures, AI/ML computing, digital beamforming, radar algorithms, and full lifecycle program execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Experience leading radar hardware/software development and program responses.

Responsibilities

• Develop capture strategies and lead project capture/management.
• Interact with customers to shape radar opportunities, white papers, proposals.
• Align teams to customer priorities through requirements, mission analysis and risk management.
• Lead technology roadmaps and critical technology development in radar.
• Produce technical white papers and proposal content across programs.
• Mentor and supervise engineers and technical staff.
• Manage portfolio investments and travel for customer engagements.

Skills

Radar development

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Customer interactions

IRAD project experience

Technical mentorship

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord 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. Advanced Technology is seeking a multi-disciplinary Engineering Project Leader, Associate Director that is responsible for the strategy and development of critical technologies that enable the next generation of ground and naval radars. Key technologies include software-defined apertures, AI/ML-enhanced computing, digital beamforming, radar algorithms, and over the horizon radar. In this role, a successful candidate will provide technical direction and expertise during new program capture and execution of Contract Research and Development (CRAD) programs, as well as working across the Raytheon enterprise to support further maturation and transition into operational programs. Additionally, you will identify strategic product development opportunities and propose/coordinate Independent Research and Development (IRAD) projects across programs and product lines. You will work closely with engineers across technical disciplines, and will be highly visible, influential, and accountable within Raytheon’s programs and leadership community.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Senior Leadership and integrated functional teams to develop new business capture strategies and then lead the capture and management of the resulting projects.
• Perform regular customer interactions to develop strategic and next generation radar opportunities, white papers and proposals.
• Align the program teams to customer priorities through requirements development, mission analysis, shaping, and pre-design to provide clear direction and actively manage risk mitigation strategies and capture program opportunities.
• Lead trade studies to identify technology gaps in radar performance to be filled with new radar hardware and/or software through critical technology development.
• Lead/manage technology roadmaps spanning critical radar technology needs.
• Lead technical white papers and proposal volumes through cross-organizational collaboration to deliver customer-focused and high-scoring content.
• Guide, apprentice, mentor, and train employees within the domain of expertise.
• Responsible for management and reporting of portfolio investment budget.
• Travel for customer engagements.

Qualifications

• Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum12 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with radar development in hardware and/or software.
• Experience writing and/or leading responses to solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, etc.), including white papers and/or proposals.
• Experience managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including, but not limited to principal investigator, engineering, contracts, finance, procurement/supply chain, and/or manufacturing/operations.
• Active and transferable Top Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance after start.
• Experience in leading development in software-defined apertures, AI/ML-enhanced computing, digital beamforming, radar algorithms, and/or over the horizon radar.
• Experience across the full product development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated excellence in interacting with customers and decision makers.
• Excellent communication ability in verbal, written and presentation formats.
• Knowledge of Department of War and Intelligence Community operational concepts.
• Experience with capturing and executing programs within the Department of War and Intelligence Community Science and Technology organizations to include DARPA and the service laboratories.
• Familiarity with government acquisition process.
• 5+ years of experience successfully managing technology development programs and IRAD projects.
• Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage a high-mix workload (multiple projects at once).
• Ability to obtain Program Management (Level 4) and EV Certification.
• Advanced degree such as MS or PhD in physics, circuits, material science, mechanical engineering, or other related engineering field.

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 is not available for this position.

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 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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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.