Program Director – Global Patriot Programs

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Program Director overseeing Global Patriot Programs managing sustainment and execution in the UAE. Leading technical assistance and business development at Raytheon with U.S.

Posted 8/2/2026full-timeTewksbury • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $186,200 - $353,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including compliance with Export/Import, Earned Value, and Risk & Opportunity processes. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and develop strategies for complex weapon systems while maintaining effective relationships with U.S. Government stakeholders.

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Program ManagementComplex Weapon Systems ProductionCost Proposal DevelopmentU.S. Government Security ClearanceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Program Management ProcessesExport/Import ComplianceEarned Value ManagementRisk & Opportunity AssessmentCost Proposal AnalysisRequest for Proposal (RFP) AnalysisBasis-of-Estimate DevelopmentPrice-to-Win StrategyProposal ReviewContract Vehicle Development

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationRelationship BuildingContinuous ImprovementProfessionalism

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ManagementField Operations ManagementHealth and Safety StandardsBest Practices SharingProgram ExecutionMulti-Disciplinary Team LeadershipU.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, guide, and mentor project staff to strengthen business, financial management, and project management skills, while fostering effective inter‑ and intra‑team collaboration to grow the team’s capability and capacity.
Drive continuous improvement through the design, development, and implementation of initiatives that create efficiencies across the organization.
Promote a culture of sharing best practices, information, and collaborative behaviors.
Uphold the company’s Code of Conduct, maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and health and safety standards.
Travel domestically and internationally as required to support program execution.
Lead a multi‑disciplinary team—including the Program Management Office, CETs, Cross Business Teams (CBTs), and Subcontractors/IOTs—in executing and expanding program scope.
Build and maintain effective relationships with U.S. Government stakeholders and customers in the United Arab of Emirates.
Develop and implement strategies for planning Follow‑On Sustainment Cases and establishing contract vehicles to bridge potential contract gaps.
Manage day‑to‑day program operations and ensure compliance with program management processes, including Export/Import (EX/IM), Earned Value (EV), and Risk & Opportunity (R&O).
Oversee the use of disciplined program management tools and processes to ensure adherence to EX/IM, EV, and R&O requirements.
Collaborate with senior leadership on program status, strategy, and direction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 14+ years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12+ years’ experience.
Experience and technical proficiency in the production of complex, large‑scale weapon systems.
Background in manufacturing, refurbishment, and/or field operations management.
Ability to produce industry‑competitive cost proposals, including Request for Proposal (RFP) analysis, Basis‑of‑Estimate development, risk and opportunity assessment, price‑to‑win strategy, and full proposal review, approval, and submission under tight deadlines.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Holidays