Raytheon Technologies

Associate Director, Engineering

Raytheon Technologies$157K — $298K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM and 12+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with radar development in hardware or software.
  • Experience leading proposal responses for solicitations.
  • Proven track record managing program cost, schedule, and performance.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in a technical setting.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required by start date.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business capture strategies with senior leadership.
  • Engage with customers to identify radar opportunities and proposals.
  • Align program teams with customer needs through requirements and risk management.
  • Conduct trade studies to address radar technology gaps.
  • Manage technology roadmaps for radar technology development.
  • Oversee the creation of technical documents and proposals.
  • Mentor and guide team members in the field of expertise.

Benefits

  • Values centered on safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Flexible work schedules and employee assistance programs available.
  • Employee Scholar Program to support ongoing education.
  • 401(k) match and various insurance options including health and life insurance.
  • Paid time off and holiday benefits.
Full 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

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 You Must Have
  • 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.


Qualifications We Prefer
  • 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.


Learn More & Apply Now!
  • 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


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 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 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

Raytheon Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Raytheon Technologies, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense, making significant impacts worldwide. With a culture that fosters diversity and inclusion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, Raytheon Technologies offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you achieve your professional goals. Our internships provide a solid foundation of skills and experiences, while our full-time positions offer a path to personal and professional growth within the company.

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Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits and rewards that reflect their invaluable role in our company. From health and wellness programs to performance bonuses and flexible working conditions, we ensure our team members are well taken care of.

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