Associate Director, In-country Logistics Support Management - Global Patriot (Bahrain)

Role Overview

Associate Director, In-country Logistics Support Management for the Global Patriot Program at RTX. This accompanied onsite role is based in Manama, Bahrain on a long-term deployment assignment with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and potential extensions.

Company Overview

Raytheon (RTX) brings more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to defense and security challenges. The Global Patriot Program provides logistics support and sustainment for the Bahrain Defense Force (BDF).

Role Purpose

Serve as the senior in-country leader for Patriot system support and sustainment in Bahrain. You will represent Raytheon while partnering with the Bahrain Defense Force, the U.S. Office of Military Cooperation, and CONUS-based teams. Oversee all field engineering personnel, drive logistics and maintenance readiness, and ensure compliance with program standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Representation

• Serve as the principal country authority for Patriot system support, maintenance, and sustainment.
• Ensure alignment between Raytheon, the Bahrain Defense Force, and program objectives.
• Engage senior stakeholders to communicate program status, strategic direction, and emerging priorities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with OMC Bahrain and BDF leadership to support mission execution.
• Model and enforce Raytheon's Code of Conduct and professional standards.

Team Oversight & Development

• Lead, supervise, and mentor Raytheon Field Engineering personnel.
• Build a high-performing, collaborative team in a dynamic environment embracing Raytheon's standards of conduct.
• Strengthen staff capabilities in business acumen, financial management, and project management.

Logistics & Sustainment Management

• Serve as the Logistics Support Manager to the BDF, ensuring availability of manuals, spare parts, test equipment, and staffing to support Fire Unit and Battalion operations.
• Oversee spare parts supply, restocking cycles, inventory accuracy, and resolution of logistics challenges.
• Provide expert guidance to supported units to establish, manage, and maintain proper stockage levels essential for system readiness.
• Support periodic inventories, advise on disposition of excess materials, and recommend updates to the Authorized Stockage List (ASL).
• Coordinate with CONUS supply chain teams to procure materials, equipment, consumables, and tools required for sustainment operations.

Customer Advisement

• Advise BDF commanders and officers on maintenance strategies, spares management, and logistics practices driving Patriot system readiness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and key interface ensuring alignment across all parties.

Training & Capability Development

• Deliver On-the-Job Training (OJT) to BDF technicians on support and sustainment functions required during Patriot operations.
• Foster knowledge sharing, transparent communication, and cross-functional teamwork.

Program Operations & Compliance

• Oversee daily program operations and ensure adherence to program management standards.
• Maintain full compliance with Export/Import (EX/IM) requirements and all associated regulatory controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing efficiency-enhancing projects and processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree and minimum of 12 years' prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 10 years' experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting logistics operations for a successfully deployed Patriot Fire Unit and Battalion, with strong understanding of air defense sustainment requirements.
• Proven experience executing supply support procedures in remote or OCONUS environments, ensuring adherence to company policies and maintaining operational readiness.
• Background supporting compliance activities, including audits, logbook reviews, and management of maintenance test equipment to ensure accuracy, accountability, and system reliability.
• Experience managing, guiding, and developing geographically dispersed teams, fostering cohesive performance, communication, and mission alignment across multiple locations.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced computer skills, including experience with ALCS, UNIX, and Windows operating systems.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively in both team-based and customer-facing environments.
• Solid comprehension of foundational computer skills and digital tools.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in an extreme environment.

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in program management, business management, contracts, supply chain, or related field.
• Proven experience building, developing, and leading teams in OCONUS environments, specifically within the MENA region.
• Demonstrated success working closely with U.S. government organizations and directly supporting Bahrain Defense Force stakeholders.
• Experience creating and executing sustainment strategies, including technical assistance, spare parts management, repair and return (R&R), training, and logistics support.
• Strong understanding of Patriot Configuration III supply chain, maintenance processes, and system terminology.
• Background supporting international Patriot FMS programs, with knowledge of related policies, procedures, and customer expectations.
• Hands-on experience working with military logistics systems and supply chain processes in support of operational readiness.
• Proven ability to collaborate across global environment and lead effectively in international, cross-functional team environments.

Security Clearance

• DoD Clearance: Secret required.
• Ability to obtain Interim U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

Work Conditions

• Position Role Type: Onsite.
• International and domestic business travel is necessary.
• Must be willing to work in an accompanied long-term deployment assignment overseas.
• Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignments, including comprehensive post-offer medical examination.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $157,200 USD – $298,800 USD. Salary is based on role, function, associated responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for 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 and whether 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 it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Payments under annual incentive programs are not guaranteed and depend upon individual performance, business unit performance, and/or company performance.