Associate Director, Digital Integrations - F135 Program (Remote)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Military Engines is seeking a Director, F135 Digital Integrations, to lead the integration of AI/ML, digital twins, and advanced analytics into the F135 engine program. This high-visibility role demands a forward-thinking digital transformation leader capable of delivering deployed solutions on a large, complex program.

The ideal candidate will drive digital strategy, collaborate across functions, and foster an inclusive, innovative culture while aligning with RTX digital goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Engineering, or other STEM related field with 12 years of experience in software development and digital transformation roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with emerging digital trends, tools, and methodologies, including AI/ML, digital twins, advanced data analytics, and cloud computing.
• Proven track record of leading the integration of advanced digital technologies into large programs and complex, matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted authoritative leader in the identification, evaluation, and integration of advanced digital tools, platforms, and methodologies that enhance program efficiency, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate the state of the industry in digital capabilities, identifying opportunities to accelerate integration of emerging technologies into the F135 program.
• Influence the program digital strategy and roadmap to integrate long-term RTX digital goals into F135 Program business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, agility, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Skills

AI/ML

Digital twins

Data analytics

Cloud computing

MBSE/MBE

Agile leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Advanced degree

Tools

MBSE

MBE

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted: 2026-10-23

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type: Remote

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

At RTX, the world's 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.

At RTX, the world's 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.

Pratt & Whitney Military Engines is seeking a Director, F135 Digital Integrations, to lead the integration of AI/ML, digital twins, and advanced analytics into the F135 engine program, keeping it at the forefront of the aerospace industry. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a forward-thinking digital transformation leader who can rapidly translate digital concepts into deployed solutions on a large, complex program.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the trusted authoritative leader in the identification, evaluation, and integration of advanced digital tools, platforms, and methodologies that enhance program efficiency, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Continuously evaluate the state of the industry in digital capabilities, identifying opportunities to accelerate integration of emerging technologies into the F135 program.
• Influence the program digital strategy and roadmap to integrate long-term RTX digital goals into F135 Program business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, agility, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Engineering, or other STEM related field with 12 years of experience in software development and digital transformation roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership role; or an Advanced degree in with 10 years of experience and at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with emerging digital trends, tools, and methodologies, including AI/ML, digital twins, advanced data analytics, and cloud computing.
• Proven track record of leading the integration of advanced digital technologies into large programs and complex, matrixed organizations.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to export control regulations.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry, particularly with propulsion systems.
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or Model Based Enterprise (MBE).
• Demonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies and frameworks, with experience as an Agile team leader.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire diverse teams and stakeholders.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite 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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