Associate Director, Program Manager – Fires Control Portfolio (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-10-05



Country: United States of America



Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A



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: DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Raytheon, managed by Collins Aerospace

At RTX, the world's 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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

RTX is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Program Manager (M6) to lead the Fires Control portfolio, which includes a combination of domestic and international Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) programs supporting the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and international customers.

In this role, the Associate Director will manage and execute AFATDS programs while maintaining and strengthening relationships with domestic and international customers. The role also involves overseeing staffing, managing, and developing the Program Management team within the portfolio to ensure successful program execution.

Key responsibilities include working directly with program teams and functional partners to drive program execution, meet business objectives, and ensure successful development, deployment, and customer acceptance of solutions. The Associate Director will also personally manage select programs and customers within the portfolio.

This is an onsite position based at our Ft Wayne, IN site.

Responsibilities

• Define program strategy, vision, and tactical plans to grow the business area and guide execution by cross-functional teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure contractual commitments are met, including financial, technical, and schedule performance, while staying within contractual boundaries and company expectations.
• Build effective partnerships with internal functions such as contracts, finance, procurement, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and administration to support program success.
• Communicate program status and performance to customers, addressing their needs to ensure satisfaction and foster continued business.
• Implement product improvements to meet evolving customer needs, maintain clear communication, and ensure organizational efficiency.
• Lead daily program execution activities such as risk reviews, customer reviews, failure reviews, milestones, and decision reviews to meet contract objectives.
• Align the program's Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) with overall strategies, objectives, and milestones in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage staffing projections and coordinate with Control Account Managers (CAMs) to meet program requirements and deadlines.
• Organize and lead customer reviews, prepare for customer visits, and deliver required reports and data, including Monthly Status Reports, Integrated Program Management Reports, and Schedule Risk Assessments, in compliance with contractual obligations.
• Operate independently to navigate organizational challenges, secure necessary resources, and drive initiatives forward.
• Balance technical, cost, and schedule constraints to achieve successful program outcomes for customers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Minimum of 12 years of management and leadership experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional project teams or oversee multiple related departments.
• Experience with international proposal capture and development.
• Proficiency with Program Management tools and systems, such as EVMS, RLPM, or the PMX Tools Suite (or similar tools).
• Familiarity with financial analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of contract formation and execution processes.
• Experience managing portfolio risks and opportunities to meet financial goals and obligations.
• Proven ability to balance technical, cost, and schedule constraints to achieve successful outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of building and maintaining long-term business relationships with customers and partners.
• Experience presenting program status and resolving issues for both internal and external customers in a clear and concise manner, with strong persuasive and influencing skills.
• Ability to address multiple priorities effectively and make sound decisions.
• 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
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance and perform international travel
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related STEM/technical field, with at least 12 years of relevant program management, engineering, or defense industry experience OR a Master’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) organizational structure or similar construct, with a proven ability to collaborate across functional boundaries.
• Operator experience utilizing and deploying U.S. Army artillery-based weapon systems and applicable international customers.
• Background in the Defense or Aerospace industry.
• Experience conducting business in international markets, including navigating cultural, regulatory, and logistical considerations.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, including development, deployment, sustainment, and retirement of systems or products.

What We Offer : Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance         
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
•  And more! 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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