Execution Director - AIM-9X Sidewinder Program

Date Posted:

2026-07-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

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:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking an Execution Director (M7) for the AIM‑9X Sidewinder Program with responsibility for Production, Sustainment, and Capacity Expansion. Reporting to the AIM‑9X/JSOW Portfolio Sr. Director, this leader will oversee a high‑visibility portfolio that includes all new‑build weapon production contracts, sustainment and depot repair efforts, and all capacity growth initiatives across the AIM‑9X enterprise. This role oversees a fully established production, sustainment, and capacity execution team and is responsible for guiding ongoing execution activities across shared factory resources, coordinating program‑level execution strategies, ensuring alignment with long‑term customer demand, and advancing factory capacity initiatives that enable the program’s future. The position requires proficiency in leading large‑scale production and sustainment operations, directing cross‑functional teams, solving complex execution challenges, and driving clear communication across Raytheon leadership, customer partners, and supplier networks.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future output and readiness of one of Raytheon’s most iconic and combat‑proven franchise programs. Candidates should bring a strong execution mindset, a passion for building high‑performing teams, and the ability to lead through growth, change, and high operational tempo.

**This is an onsite position at our Tucson, AZ facility

**Relocation assistance is available based on eligibility

Will You Will Do:

• Lead all AIM‑9X Production, Sustainment, Depot, and Capacity Expansion contracts, including responsibility for profit & loss, AOP, and key financial performance metrics
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to the existing Production PM and Sustainment/Capacity PM teams
• Deploy and sustain an execution methodology that provides clear visibility into schedule, cost, factory performance, and risk across all execution portfolios
• Build a strong team culture focused on collaboration, transparency, accountability, and leadership development
• Drive factory throughput improvements and lead recovery efforts across new‑build production and depot repair to achieve on‑time delivery goals for USG and FMS customers
• Develop and execute capacity growth strategies aligned with future demand ramps, including factory capability improvements, capital planning, and workforce shaping
• Partner closely with Transition‑to‑Production (TTP) leadership to ensure smooth introduction of new configurations into production and sustainment environments
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with customer counterparts, including leading regular execution updates and forward‑planning discussions
• Oversee proposal development and investment strategies in support of follow‑on production, sustainment, and capacity contracts
• Engage supplier leadership and internal supply chain to drive corrective actions, strengthen material availability, and align supplier capability with factory demand
• Serve as a key member of the AIM‑9X Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategy, execution priorities, and long‑term program positioning

What You Will Learn:

• Raytheon and RTX Business Acumen
• SBU & SSBU organizational structure, responsibilities amongst the programs and the functional areas, and deliverables

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 14 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years’ experience
• Prior experience leading profit & loss for DoD production or sustainment contracts
• Prior experience with leading complex production, sustainment, or depot efforts
• Prior experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing metrics through EAC reviews
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Program Management Level 4 Certification
• Prior experience working in high‑tempo execution environments requiring rapid issue resolution and recovery planning
• Prior experience with munitions production or sustainment programs
• Experience leading teams of program managers or multi‑portfolio execution organizations
• Strong proficiency partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering
• Proven track record of building strong customer relationships
• Advanced understanding of Earned Value Management and production performance metrics
• Active US Secret Security Clearance

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.
• Relocation – AVAILABLE (Based on Eligibility)

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

• 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.
• Location:   Tucson, AZ
• This position requires a 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

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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.

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