Associate Director, Program Manager - Fires Control Portfolio (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Program Manager (M6) to lead the Fires Control portfolio, overseeing AFATDS programs for the U.S. Army, Navy, and international customers. This onsite role at Ft Wayne, IN requires strong leadership and the ability to manage staffing and customer relationships.

The Associate Director will drive program execution, align IMS with strategies, and personally manage select programs and customers, ensuring on-time delivery and contractual compliance.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of management/leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Define program strategy and tactical plans to grow the business area and guide execution by cross-functional teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Program Management

Cross-functional leadership

International proposals

Financial analysis

Contract formation

Customer relationship management

Communication skills

Tools

EVMS

RLPM

PMX Tools Suite

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-05

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Raytheon, managed by Collins Aerospace

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

RTX is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Program Manager (M6) to lead the Fires Control portfolio, which includes a combination of domestic and international Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) programs supporting the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and international customers.

In this role, the Associate Director will manage and execute AFATDS programs while maintaining and strengthening relationships with domestic and international customers. The role also involves overseeing staffing, managing, and developing the Program Management team within the portfolio to ensure successful program execution.

Key responsibilities include working directly with program teams and functional partners to drive program execution, meet business objectives, and ensure successful development, deployment, and customer acceptance of solutions. The Associate Director will also personally manage select programs and customers within the portfolio.

This is an onsite position based at our Ft Wayne, IN site.

Responsibilities

• Define program strategy, vision, and tactical plans to grow the business area and guide execution by cross-functional teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure contractual commitments are met, including financial, technical, and schedule performance, while staying within contractual boundaries and company expectations.
• Build effective partnerships with internal functions such as contracts, finance, procurement, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and administration to support program success.
• Communicate program status and performance to customers, addressing their needs to ensure satisfaction and foster continued business.
• Implement product improvements to meet evolving customer needs, maintain clear communication, and ensure organizational efficiency.
• Lead daily program execution activities such as risk reviews, customer reviews, failure reviews, milestones, and decision reviews to meet contract objectives.
• Align the program's Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) with overall strategies, objectives, and milestones in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage staffing projections and coordinate with Control Account Managers (CAMs) to meet program requirements and deadlines.
• Organize and lead customer reviews, prepare for customer visits, and deliver required reports and data, including Monthly Status Reports, Integrated Program Management Reports, and Schedule Risk Assessments, in compliance with contractual obligations.
• Operate independently to navigate organizational challenges, secure necessary resources, and drive initiatives forward.
• Balance technical, cost, and schedule constraints to achieve successful program outcomes for customers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Minimum of 12 years of management and leadership experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional project teams or oversee multiple related departments.
• Experience with international proposal capture and development.
• Proficiency with Program Management tools and systems, such as EVMS, RLPM, or the PMX Tools Suite (or similar tools).
• Familiarity with financial analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of contract formation and execution processes.
• Experience managing portfolio risks and opportunities to meet financial goals and obligations.
• Proven ability to balance technical, cost, and schedule constraints to achieve successful outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of building and maintaining long-term business relationships with customers and partners.
• Experience presenting program status and resolving issues for both internal and external customers in a clear and concise manne