Associate Director, Architect – Operations and Supply Chain: Supply

Prattwhitney; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for an Associate Director to lead IT solution architecture for supply chain processes. You'll oversee projects involving SAP S/4 and Kinaxis, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Ideal candidates have at least 12 years of IT experience in supply chain architecture, a Bachelor's degree, and proven success with enterprise-scale applications. Comprehensive benefits and a salary range of $147,000 to $295,000 are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in IT or supply-chain systems architecture.
• Proven track record in developing enterprise-scale applications.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of IT solution architectures.
• Support ERP and APS implementation projects.
• Integrate emerging technologies into application architecture.

Skills

Architecture frameworks and methods

Supply chain systems architecture

Cloud-native solutions

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Enterprise Architecture, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree with relevant experience

Tools

SAP ECC / S4

Kinaxis

ERP platforms

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2025-12-23

Location: Remote – United States

Position: Associate Director, Enterprise Services (Supply Chain & Operations Architecture)

Overview

The role reports to the Sr. Director of Enterprise Systems Digital Transformation and supports the definition of the Enterprise Services “OneRTX” vision for SIOP/SIOE demand planning processes and digital enablement. The Associate Director will lead the development of innovative, compliant IT digital architectures focused on Supply Chain and Operations Demand processes within the Product Lifecycle Services (PLS) and SIOP/SIOE domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design and implementation of scalable IT solution architectures for Supply Chain processes within the PLS domain.
• Support SAP S/4, Kinaxis and Pelico implementation projects, representing demand planning processes and ensuring integration requirements and closed-loop requirements are designed, tested, and supported.
• Act as a liaison for best practice digital enablement, working as a change agent and internal voice for the OneRTX vision.
• Influence, guide, and support delivery of the 1-, 3-, and 5-year architectural strategies and roadmaps that align with RTX’s business objectives.
• Integrate emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, and blockchain into the application architecture to enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and resilience.
• Collaborate enterprise-wide to develop logical reference architectures, best practices, patterns, maturity models, and roadmaps for supply chain IT solutions.
• Ensure solutions comply with RTX IT policies and industry standards while minimizing complexity and maximizing scalability.
• Provide mentorship and thought leadership to the architecture community and IT teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Enterprise Architecture, Computer Science, Supply Chain or a related field with at least 12 years of experience in IT, supply‑chain systems architecture, design, implementation, or systems engineering.
• Or Master’s degree with 10 years of related experience.
• Proven track record in developing, delivering, and supporting enterprise‑scale applications in supply‑chain environments.
• Expertise in architecture frameworks and methods (e.g., SAP ECC / S4, APS solutions like Kinaxis / O9 / Blue Yonder).
• Experience designing or implementing cloud‑native solutions and strong understanding of supply‑chain IT systems and tools, including ERP platforms.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with RTX business units, functional organizations, or enterprise services.
• Knowledge of advanced technologies applied in supply‑chain scenarios (predictive analytics, digital twins, RPA).
• Experience leading large‑scale enterprise architecture initiatives focused on supply‑chain transformation.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, ability to debate, dialogue, and influence stakeholders.
• Relevant architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, RTX Certified Architect).
• ITIL, PMP, or equivalent project management certification.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, parental leave, paid time off, holidays.
• Employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, and optional incentive compensation.
• Benefits may vary by business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

Compensation

Salary range: 147,000 USD – 295,000 USD (good faith estimate)

EEO Statement

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. 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 VERA Act.