Date Posted:
2024-12-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
UTNCC: North Carolina Corp HQ 2730 West Tyvola Road , Charlotte, NC, 28217 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
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To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.
The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Global Communications Team:
As the Associate Director, RTX Executive Communications within the Employee Engagement team, you will be instrumental in defining and implementing communication strategies that engage and align our workforce with the company's mission and strategic objectives. Your role will be pivotal in driving the success of two major employee engagement campaigns, requiring a blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and the ability to influence at the highest levels of the organization.
In addition to developing and executing initiatives, you will also lead and mentor a team of communications professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Your exceptional writing and editing skills, combined with a strong executive presence and operational skills, will be crucial in effectively engaging with senior leaders and employees across RTX.
What You Will Do
- Lead the development and execution of sophisticated executive communication strategies that bolster employee engagement, reinforce company values, and support RTX's strategic goals and key initiatives.
- Partner with executive leadership to develop meaningful messages, speeches, presentations, articles, and other communication materials that resonate with key stakeholders and reinforce the company's narrative.
- Write remarks, talking points, thought leadership positioning, opinion editorials, etc.
- Ensure consistent messaging pull through of business priorities, aligned to goals, in all executive communications, maintaining a high standard of quality and accuracy.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on communication best practices, providing guidance on effective communication techniques and strategies.
- Direct and inspire cross-functional teams to launch communication campaigns that foster a vibrant employee engagement culture and reflect RTX's commitment to its workforce.
- Engage with stakeholders throughout RTX to maintain a deep understanding of strategic priorities, business performance, and market dynamics, ensuring that communications are timely, relevant, and sensitive to external factors.
- Drive continuous improvement by leveraging metrics, soliciting feedback, and applying advanced evaluation and analytics methodologies.
- Remain at the forefront of executive communication trends, bringing fresh, forward-thinking ideas to the Employee Engagement Team and RTX Communications Centers of Excellence (COEs).
- Travel up to 25%, or as needed.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a University Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience.
- Experience in the development and execution of key strategic priority initiatives with measurable outcomes.
- Experience in executive communications, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Operational skills with the ability to work effectively within the CORE operating system framework.
- Previous experience with continuous improvement through metrics, feedback collection and evaluation/analytics.
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Poppulo, and other communication tools.
- U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, granted Refugee or Asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62(opens in a new tab).
Qualifications We Prefer
- Excellent writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex ideas and concepts into clear, concise messaging.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.
Location
- Hybrid from Dallas, TX, Arlington, VA, Charlotte, NC, or Farmington, CT; hybrid employees work both offsite and onsite, regularly.
- Relocation assistance will not be available for this position.
What We Offer
- Robust total rewards package with compensation;
- Healthcare, Wellness, Retirement
- Work/Life Benefits
- Career Development and Recognition Programs
- Parental (including paternal) leave
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Achievement Awards
- Educational Assistance
- Child/Adult backup Care
- +many other great benefits
#reempowerprogram
This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.
Minimum Program Qualifications
To qualify for the RTX Re-Empower Program, candidates should:
- Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
- Have prior experience in functional area of interest
- Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position
The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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