Associate Director, Enterprise Agile Transformation (Remote)

Prattwhitney; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies company, is seeking an Associate Director, Enterprise Agile Transformation to lead the implementation and scaling of Agile practices across programs. You will drive organizational agility, mentor leaders, and ensure successful adoption of Agile methodologies in a large, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities include scaling SAFe and Scrum frameworks, selecting collaboration tools, and establishing KPIs to measure progress while coaching teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12+ years’ experience implementing Agile in large, complex orgs.
• Advanced degree with 10+ years’ experience implementing Agile in large, complex orgs.
• Certifications such as RST, RSST, SAFe SPC; CSP-SM/PO, CAL-2, CSP-D and PMP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide Agile transformation initiatives.
• Implement and scale Scrum, Kanban, Scrum@Scale, and SAFe across programs.
• Evaluate and implement collaboration tools to enhance coordination.
• Establish KPIs to measure Agile adoption and improvement.
• Provide hands-on coaching to teams, managers, and executives on Agile principles.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful adoption.
• Drive change management and address organizational risks.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Jira

Confluence

Product Manager

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree

Job description

Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-REMOTE 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.

What You Will Do:

Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director, Enterprise Agile Transformation to lead the implementation and scaling of Agile practices across multiple programs. This role will play a critical part in driving organizational agility, fostering collaboration, and enhancing program execution. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile principles, practices and frameworks, extensive experience in large-scale Agile transformations, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a complex, matrixed environment.

Lead and drive enterprise-wide Agile transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.

Implement and scale Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, Scrum@Scale, and SAFe, across programs and teams.

Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools to enhance communication, coordination, and collaboration within programs, across programs, and with executive leadership.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of Agile adoption and continuously improve processes.

Provide hands‑on coaching and mentorship to teams, managers, and executives on Agile principles and practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of the organization to ensure alignment and successful adoption of Agile methodologies.

Drive change management initiatives to support the transition to Agile practices and ensure sustainability.

Identify and address organizational challenges, risks, and dependencies that may impact Agile adoption and program success.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) and a minimum of12+ years of experience implementing Agile methodologiesin large, complex organizations.
• Or an Advanced degree and 10+ years of experience implementing Agile methodologiesin large, complex organizations.
• Registered Scrum Trainer (RST) Certified Scrum@Scale Trainer (RSST) and SAFe SPC; additional certifications such as Certified Scrum Professional - Scrum Master (CSP‑SM), Certified Scrum Professional – Product Owner (CSP‑PO), Certified Agile Leader (CAL‑2), Certified Scrum Professional – Developer (CSP‑D) and Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly desirable.
• Experience as a Product Manager in all phases - from concept to sustainment.
• Experience developing Agile training materials, seminars and talks.
• Strong understanding of Agile tools and technologies, including Jira, Confluence, and other collaboration platforms.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working in a global, diverse organization with a focus on fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Experience in assessing and implementing new tools to support Agile practices and enhance team performance.

What is my role type?

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 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.

Salary & Benefits

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
• holidays

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.

Application Timeline

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Information

RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.