Associate Strategy Director, Enterprise Planning (Hybrid)

Location: US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ

 Position Role Type: Hybrid

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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

 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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 an Associate Strategy Director to join its enterprise strategy team and serve as a key adviser to senior leadership. In this highly visible role, you will drive global, enterprise‑level strategic insight across Raytheon’s portfolio, guiding long‑range priorities that shape the company’s international position and future growth trajectory. You will lead rigorous qualitative and quantitative assessments to inform long‑range planning, growth and innovation initiatives, portfolio optimization, and inorganic strategy including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures. Partnering closely with leadership across business units, finance, engineering, and operations, you will define ambiguous challenges, build structured strategic hypotheses, and deliver clear, executive‑ready recommendations that influence the company’s highest‑impact decisions. Success in this role requires exceptional strategic judgment, analytical depth, and executive communication capabilities, along with a strong understanding of the global aerospace and defense landscape, customer budget cycles, and competitive dynamics. The ideal candidate operates autonomously, manages multiple concurrent workstreams, and plays a pivotal role in ensuring Raytheon maintains and expands its competitive advantage globally. This hybrid role is based near the following locations: Woburn, MA; Arlington VA; Farmington, CT; McKinney, TX; or Tucson, AZ. Some travel may be required.

International Strategy Leadership Lead development of Raytheon’s international and regional strategies, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Unit (SBU)s, functions, and enterprise priorities. Integrate geopolitical, financial, and competitive insights to shape global portfolio recommendations. Centralize and mature the strategic planning framework for international entities. Drive end‑to‑end strategy engagements, including problem framing, hypothesis development, analysis, synthesis, and executive recommendations. Deliver major strategic outputs such as market entry strategies, growth roadmaps, portfolio assessments, and competitive response plans. Serve as a senior strategic adviser to international businesses, translating complex global dynamics into clear enterprise direction. Enterprise Strategic Planning Lead strategy and analysis for enterprise-wide planning cycles. Shape strategic narratives, synthesize SBU and functional inputs, and translate enterprise priorities into actionable plans. Develop portfolio-level insights and recommendations to guide enterprise decision-making. Business Unit & Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with SBUs to understand markets, customers, and competitive environments. Translate enterprise strategy into actionable, unit‑specific guidance. Facilitate workshops and structured discussions that drive strategic alignment. Financial & Strategic Analysis Build business cases, scenario models, and