Tomahawk Proposal Manager - Hybrid

Date Posted:

2024-06-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ859: RMS Rita Road Bldg 9022 9000 South Rita Road Building 9022, Tucson, AZ, 85747 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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.

Raytheon is seeking a Tomahawk Proposal Manager who will manage proposal development and capture of several critical portfolio growth efforts for the Tomahawk Cruise Missile portfolio. Reporting to the Tomahawk Execution Director, the Proposal Manager will be a part of the portfolio leadership team that is responsible for achieving the highest combined production and recertification rates in the history of the Tomahawk program. The quickly expanding customer base, both DoD and FMS, and the need for increased inventories, is driving a demand signal that will almost triple the current throughput expectation of the Tomahawk factories and supply base. The Proposal Manager will be part of the Execution & Growth Portfolio that includes FMS Growth, Capacity and Test Equipment efforts and will work hand in hand with the Tomahawk Production & Development organizations. This position requires proficiency in leading dynamic, cross-functional teams, managing high visibility efforts, and driving concise communication of project goals, objectives, decisions, and results to team members, customers, and leadership.

What You Will Do

• Executes timely development, analysis and completion of proposals through collaboration with functions across the business.

• Ensures proposals meet quality, schedule, and affordability targets for the benefit of Raytheon and our customer.

• Manages and oversees coordination of the proposal review gates, fact-finding questions, and/or final proposal revisions with senior leadership.

• Manages and provides written and oral status via a proposal tracker, clear/concise briefings, and presentations.

• Assists teams with proposal kickoffs with focus on proposal and negotiation strategy.

• Works with Directors to provide guidance and strategy with Gate 4s and mentors/trains proposal team members, role delegation, responsibilities, and decision-making to the lowest responsible level.

• Leverages networks with internal and external stakeholders to shape requirements and acquire support resources.

• Execute proposal development cadence (battle rhythm) to include risk review boards, schedule performance reviews, customer reviews, program management reviews (PMRs) to achieve program commitments.

• Display strong communication, influence management, and presentation skills, and comfortably interact with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels of leadership.

• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive team culture.

• Expected to Travel 15% of the time.

What You Will Learn

• The Proposal Manager will learn systems to streamline proposal activities for the portfolio, which includes development, obsolescence, engineering support, and production scope. In this role, the Proposal Manager will be responsible to meet the proposal deadlines and partner with other proposal development team members to successfully execute timely and accurate submittals.

• This role will develop partnerships with the Tomahawk Program leadership team, Requirements & Capabilities, and technical leaders to ensure alignment of overall proposal requirements and path to award strategy. The Proposal Manager will also interface and partner with the customer program office (PMA280) and contracting officers (NAVAIR) to help drive efficient contract award timelines that support overall Program growth & execution strategies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience OR an Advanced degree and minimum 7 years of experience is required.

• Experience with financial analysis tools and project/program management tools and/or systems.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Raytheon Program Management certification at level 5, or ability to achieve within 6 months.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams preferably in the Aerospace and Defense industry.

• Experience balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints.

• Leadership experience in either an IPT organizational structure and/or a iPL (integrated Program Leadership) construct.

• Experience working government programs (large/complex) with direct customer interfaces, both internal and external, including Industry Partners.

• Experience with the USN, NAVSEA, NAVAIR customer community and contract negotiations with these entities.

• Prior experience working in functions such as Supply Chain, Estimating, or Capture Management

• Knowledge of and/or experience with federal proposal regulations

• Experience leading a cross functional team.

• Strong proficiency in partnering with matrixed organizations.

• Proven track record of customer relationship building.

• Active Top Secret security clearance.

• Working knowledge of EX/IM, EVMS and Security requirements.

• Prior experience supporting development, production, and/or sustainment programs, preferably in the aerospace and defense industry.

• Working knowledge of contract formation, execution, and management.

• Proficiency with RMD Program Management tools or similar program management systems.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Not Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available

Learn More & Apply Now!

• RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation - and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

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

• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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

• This position is a hybrid role - located at our South Rita Road facility in Tucson, AZ

• We Are RTX

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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