Associate Director & Counsel, Commercial Engines (Hybrid)

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Associate Director & Counsel for its Commercial Engines business in a hybrid role. You will lead transactional work, advise on regulatory compliance, and negotiate complex agreements with customers and airframers worldwide.

The position involves significant travel and on-site presence in East Hartford, CT, with collaboration across legal, commercial, and program teams. The role requires a JD, 10+ years of legal experience including at a law firm with transactions or

Qualifications

• J.D. and 10+ years of relevant legal experience, incl. 5+ years at a law firm.
• Experience with commercial transactions, M&A, or litigation.
• Good standing with state bar and in-house counsel registration.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate complex commercial agreements with global customers and airframers.
• Provide program support and advise on regulatory compliance.
• Communicate with customers, airframers, regulators, and program partners.
• Travel as needed, including on-site in East Hartford, CT.

Skills

Commercial transactions

M&A

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)

Bar admission

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-04-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an exciting hybrid opportunity for an Associate Director & Counsel for Pratt & Whitney’s Commercial Engines!!

This business includes both the GTF and the mature engine platforms, including engines for the V2500, PW4000, PW2000, GP7000, JT8D, and Pratt & Whitney Power Systems model engine programs.

What You Will Do:

This is a customer facing role providing transactional support across all aspects of the P&L, including negotiating complex commercial agreements with customers and airframers globally, providing program support, advising on regulatory compliance and communications with customers, airframers, regulators, and program partners.

Must have ability to travel to support business needs, including the ability for significant on-site presence in East Hartford, Connecticut.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) and 10+ years of relevant legal experience, including 5+ years of legal experience at a law firm including experience with commercial transactions, M&A, or strong litigation experience resolving commercial disputes
• Good standing with a state bar association and in-house counsel registration in a timely manner following hire
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including a solid executive presence
• Must be a strong leader and team player with excellent judgment and professional maturity
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and provide guidance and practical solutions to cross-functional projects effectively and on time
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal daily supervision and to balance numerous priorities within compressed timeframes
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, in a fast-paced environment of rapidly changing demands

What is my role type?

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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.

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