Advanced Materials Associate Director, Program and Capture Management

Responsibilities

• Lead the capture and execution of advanced materials research and development programs for government customers such as DARPA, AFRL, and ONR
• Identify, shape, and drive winning proposals for ceramic, metallic, and composite enabling technology programs
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing concepts and solutions to address customer technology needs and warfighter capability gaps
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with customers, industry partners, and government organizations to gather business intelligence
• Develop and lead internal investment projects, including Internal Research and Development (IRAD) and capital initiatives
• Support the AMTT Director in executing strategy, managing budgets, and delivering financial commitments
• Mentor, coach, and train employees across multiple functions to foster a high-performing team environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in chemical or materials engineering
• Proven experience in capture management and/or managing technology development programs
• Experience creating advanced materials research and development projects
• Established network with U.S. Government R&D organizations, laboratories, or FFRDCs
• Active and transferable U.S. government Secret security clearance required on day one
• U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or advanced degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Recognized subject-matter expertise and leadership in materials science
• Experience in a multidisciplinary Contract Research and Development (CRAD) environment
• Experience with advanced ceramic, composite, and metal technologies
• Experience in advanced materials processing, characterization, and maturation
• Experience securing Intellectual Property for emerging technologies
• Active TS/SCI security clearance

About the Company

Raytheon brings more than 100 years of engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.