Date Posted: 2025-02-05 Country: United States of America Location: UT6: 4 Farm Springs 4 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA Position Role Type: Remote 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. The following position is to join our RTX Corporate team: The Principal Specialist, Employee Engagement Communications is a strong writer and strategist, with the ability to develop, lead and execute internal communications plans aligned to both product and employee initiatives. The ideal candidate is a creative, driven and enthusiastic strategic communicator who is experienced in client and project management. What You Will Do + Lead employee communications planning and execution for two Strategic Business Units (SBU) in the Collins Aerospace business + Partner closely with the Global Business Communications team and business leaders to develop and execute employee communications aligned to SBU, business and enterprise-level priorities, including development of messaging and content + In partnership with the Global Business Communications team, support internal executive communications strategy and execution for SBU presidents + Collaborate with teammates from across the Communications function to support and deploy communications campaigns, initiatives and best practices to elevate communications efforts with the two assigned SBUs + Execute communications tactics including, but not limited to, newsletter/email distribution, video production, town hall support, executive communication support, survey tools and more. + Track internal metrics, reporting and trendspotting to optimize internal communications + Lead employee communications for one of the Collins integrated business campaigns, as assigned + Lead employee communications for Tier 1 tradeshows, as assigned + Provide surge support across the Collins Employee Engagement team, as assigned + Travel up to 10%, or as needed. Qualifications You Must Have + Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience in a Communications-related field + Previous experience drafting internal communications strategies, with exceptional written, verbal, and social communication skills. + U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications We Prefer + Proficiency in storytelling that delivers impactful, positive outcomes + Demonstrated ability to balance and deliver on multiple projects + Ability to understand complex business issues to craft messages for targeted audiences + Experience in a matrixed, international environment. + Knowledge of, and experience in, the aerospace and defense industry + Demonstrated interest in seeking out innovative approaches to audience engagement + Self-starter with a natural curiosity and drive to bring projects to completion + Adept at building relationships in a remote environment Location + Hybrid; hybrid employees work both onsite and offsite, regularly. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. + Hybrid locations include Farmington, CT, East Hartford, CT, Arlington, VA, Cedar Rapids, IA, or Charlotte, NC. 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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies 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.