Associated Director - Program Manager

Date Posted:

2026-01-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NY-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

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Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses:  Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

RTX ES Data is seeking an Associate Director, Program Management that will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of various programs within ES Data, ensuring alignment with customer and program objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of project management principles, and the ability to drive strategic outcomes while managing resources efficiently.

What You Will Do:

• Plan, monitor, and oversee program execution and interdependencies.
• Manage funding/budget, identify and address issues and risks, and align deliverables with program outcomes.
• Provide consistent reporting updates on Confluence, Planview, and other defined reporting methods.
• Recommend and utilize digital tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Planview) to increase transparency and communication.
• Translate customer needs (e.g., SLT) into team goals.
• Drive meeting cadence, prioritize tasks, manage agendas, meeting notes, and action items.
• Maintain RACIs at the program/project level and inter-BU/ES Data if applicable.
• Update staffing and budget, manage 10K, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes.
• Ensure all assigned team members understand project requirements, time allocations, and timelines.
• Manage resources and third-party consultants throughout project duration.
• Prioritize and manage change, assess impacts, communicate with SLT and stakeholders, and align on project plan, funding, and risk mitigation.
• Act as a team champion, advocating for both the work and the team, ensuring success and driving value.
• Plan and coordinate strategic conversations with teams and senior stakeholders.
• Communicate progress to key program leads, external stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing transparency against scope (budget & deliverables).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience

• Extensive experience in program/project management within the aerospace and defense industry

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing multiple stakeholders and project work streams. 
• Proven ability to manage budgets, resources, and third-party consultants.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Planview).
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage risks, and drive strategic outcomes.
• Understanding of Waterfall and Agile project methodologies. 

Work Location: REMOTE

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

• This position is currently designated as remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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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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