Lead efforts to establish and ramp up supplier quality and production capabilities to support the C-UAS portfolio.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure adherence to Raytheon’s quality standards and production timelines.
Troubleshoot and resolve supply chain or production challenges, ensuring seamless project execution.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring alignment with Raytheon’s strategic objectives.
Oversee supply chain operations, including onboarding new suppliers and optimizing existing supplier performance.
Drive supplier compliance with international and U.S. export/import (EX/IM) regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including Raytheon leadership, suppliers, and customers.
Manage program schedules, budgets, and resources in accordance with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
Regularly assess program performance and provide updates to senior leadership.
Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Act as a liaison between UAE-based operations and U.S. headquarters, ensuring alignment of goals and objectives.
Mentor and guide team members, sharing expertise to build local team capabilities.
Drive the successful execution of key C-UAS initiatives, contributing to Raytheon’s broader strategic objectives in the region.
Leverage international experience to identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 12+ years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10+ years’ experience.
Experience to include managing LRIP / Production programs that either transitioned or in the process of transitioning to production program.
Experience in military production, supplier quality, supply chain management, and international licensing (EX/IM).
Experience interfacing with customers and industry partners.
Experience managing, tracking, and/or reporting through EAC review and customer Program Management Reviews (PMR) or similar metrics.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Senior Program Manager – Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS)

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