Date Posted:

2026-02-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

Associate Director, Munitions Acceleration Team (MAT) onsite at our Tucson, AZ location is responsible for helping to identify and lead projects within the quality and mission assurance (QMA) processes both in the factory and in the suppliers.  The Associate Director, MAT is responsible for setting the strategic vision for implementation of quality initiatives within the MAT team to help Raytheon deliver higher quantity faster with a high quality and safety mindset.

What You Will Do:

• Lead continuous improvement processes (via CORE engagements) focused on implementation quality improvement processes employing root cause and corrective action in critical factories and suppliers tied to the MAT Programs
• Direct support of QMA and requires 90% of time in and around factory areas at Raytheon or suppliers.
• Support implementation of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) at suppliers
• Analyze quality performance to identify undesirable effects and opportunities for improvement including quality escapes and/or yield improvement activities
• On-time delivery recovery activities for quality and mission assurance
• Growth capacity within our supply base and in our internal Raytheon factories
• Create visual strategic packages and brief internal and external stakeholders for MAT QMA team
• Determine/monitor/improve KPI's and implementation processes and positively affect KPI change
• Work closely with Digital Technology (DT) on implementation of AI solutions  
• Must be willing and able to travel roughly 25% (domestic and international)

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree, and 12 years of prior relevant Quality, Manufacturing or Project Management experience OR advanced degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of Quality or Project Management experience. 
• Previous experience implementing QMA best practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing process improvements in a Business Process environment.
• Previous experience preparing and presenting metrics, business strategy and/or key milestones to both internal/external Executives.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous manufacturing experience to include one of the following: Process improvement, manufacturing processes and COPQ and cost of poor quality.
• Metrics driven Quality Engineer with the ability to influence and impact key KPI performance
• Curiosity and commitment to leveraging AI technology to help develop operational velocity within the quality manufacturing environment and output
• Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and leaders
• Current active SECRET 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 assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements

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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.

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

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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 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.

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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