SM-3 Obsolescence and Engineering Services Associate Director

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 157,200 - 298,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Associate Director for Development/DMSMS Program Manager on the SM‑3 IB program in Tucson, AZ. The role requires U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance and onsite work in Tucson.

The candidate will lead development, DMSMS, and transition efforts, manage customer relationships, and drive program strategy, risk, cost, and schedule to ensure on‑time production and fulfillment of commitments.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 10+ years.
• Experience executing development contracts, transitioning to production and obsolescence programs.
• Production program/project management experience.
• Experience with EVMS or similar tools.
• People leadership or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and DMSMS proposals, transition projects to production, and manage obsolescence.
• Maintain and strengthen customer relationships, creating future growth opportunities.
• Propose and execute DoD development and DMSMS contracts and ensure timely transition to production.
• Plan activities for future capabilities and program cut-ins.
• Collaborate with the SM‑3 IB Program Manager for portfolio consistency.
• Partner with leadership to set strategy, vision, and direction for successful program execution, focusing on product affordability, integrity, and on‑time deliveries to production.
• Actively manage risk, opportunity, cost, quality, and schedule performance.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

EVMS experience

People leadership

Contract management

DMSMS/Obsolescence

Customer relationships

Risk & cost management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Job description

Position Overview

Associate Director – Development/DMSMS Program Manager for the Standard Missile 3 (SM‑3 IB) program. Onsite, Tucson, AZ. U.S. citizenship required with an active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and DMSMS proposals, transition projects to production, and manage obsolescence.
• Maintain and strengthen customer relationships, creating future growth opportunities.
• Propose and execute DoD development and DMSMS contracts and ensure timely transition to production.
• Plan activities for future capabilities and program cut‑ins.
• Collaborate with the SM‑3 IB Program Manager for portfolio consistency.
• Partner with leadership to set strategy, vision, and direction for successful program execution, focusing on product affordability, integrity, and on‑time deliveries to production.
• Actively manage risk, opportunity, cost, quality, and schedule performance.
• Travel as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• University degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 10 years.
• Experience executing development contracts, transitioning to production and obsolescence programs.
• Production program/project management experience.
• Experience with Earned Value Management systems (EVMS) or similar tools.
• People leadership or management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program Management certification level 4 or ability to achieve within 6 months.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficiency managing cost, schedule, and technical performance for large scale programs.
• Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with cross‑program, cross‑functional teams and multiple customers.
• Experience working with MDA/Navy and other government customers on large/complex government programs with direct customer interfaces.
• Experience developing and implementing execution, coordination, and growth strategies for franchise programs.
• Ability to work across business areas, manage tasks, requirements, and commitments, and interface successfully with numerous disciplines.
• Capacity to thrive in an innovative environment with an emphasis on strategic planning for future program operations.
• Timely and comprehensive response to customer performance feedback and requests.
• Working knowledge of metrics and proven ability to forecast and manage financials.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Salary range: $157,200 – $298,800 USD. Incentive compensation and benefits bundle dependent on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

EEO Statement

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 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.