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Affordability Section Manager

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Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the Affordability organization, including Leads, Modelers, SMEs, and Support staff. Develop and implement Affordability discipline strategy,

Requirements Summary

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S.

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2026-09-22

United States of America

US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805

Onsite

Requirements

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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

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
Experience with systems engineering methodologies in the development of system architectures, production processes, and/or sustainment strategies.
Experience in cost modeling, lifecycle cost analysis, and/or affordability methodologies.
Experience preparing and delivering briefings to executive leadership and customer stakeholders.

An advanced degree or advanced certification (e.g., MBA, systems engineering, cost analysis, or project management)
Experience in DTC (Design-to-Cost) and/or CAIV (Cost As an Independent Variable)
Experience leading large cross-functional initiatives in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Finance.
Experience leading technical teams and developing organizational capability.
Familiarity with manufacturing cost drivers, industrial engineering concepts, and production optimization.
Experience supporting competitive assessments, major proposals, or customer engagement strategies.
Experience managing competing priorities, allocating resources, and drive disciplined execution across multiple programs.

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

Responsibilities

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→Provide leadership and direction to the Affordability organization, including Leads, Modelers, SMEs, and Support staff.
→Develop and implement Affordability discipline strategy, capability development plans, and long-term organizational goals.
→Ensure consistent execution of Affordability activities across programs, aligned with RLPM processes and engineering best practices.
→Oversee development and review of complex cost models, lifecycle cost assessments, and affordability analyses.
→Guide identification, quantification, and execution of Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRIs) and Cost Risks/Opportunities (CROs).
→Represent Affordability in major design reviews, Independent Reviews, customer engagements, and proposal development activities.
→Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance to integrate cost considerations into architecture, manufacturing, and sustainment decisions.
→Lead workforce planning, performance management, recruiting, and mentoring across the Affordability discipline.
→Drive process improvement, standardization, and development of modeling tools, templates, and best practices.
→Monitor Affordability execution across programs and escalate issues, risks, and resource needs to senior leadership.

What We Offer

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

✓Relocation Eligibible – Relocation assistance may be provided

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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

Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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