Associate Director, Logistics Network Strategy (Remote)

globalhr; Connecticut; Remote; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Logistics Network Strategy leader to design and govern long-term distribution networks for manufacturing and aftermarket services. You will own network design governance, scenario modeling, and cost-to-serve analytics to drive growth, profitability and service objectives.

You will lead a cross-functional team across multiple business units, partner with Strategic Sourcing, Operations and Real Estate, and develop capital investments and ROI analyses while shaping the

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with minimum 10 years experience; absence of degree requires 16 years relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in logistics network optimization and strategy and supply chain consulting or related roles within aerospace/manufacturing.
• U.S. Person or eligible to obtain export authorizations required.
• Experience managing cross-functional and cross-business unit teams.
• Operational experience in multi-site warehouse and distribution management.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3–5 year logistics network strategy focused around right sizing the distribution footprint servicing manufacturing and aftermarket networks.
• Perform cost-to-serve and scenario modeling, including data collection, analysis and proposal development.
• Conduct market, customer, and demand trend analysis.
• Lead footprint studies (new DCs, closures, consolidations).
• Create executive presentations and business cases.
• Govern design standards and decision frameworks.
• Establish network KPIs and value tracking processes with Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Real Estate and stakeholders.
• Develop capital investment proposals and ROI analyses; lead implementation of network changes.
• Influence and drive change across multiple businesses, functions and geographies.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of logistics and sourcing professionals across multiple business units.
• Foster collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key liaison between logistics, supply chain, finance and executive leadership.

Skills

Logistics network optimization

Network strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

LLamasoft

AIMMS

Coupa

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, changing environment. In this high-impact role, you will lead long‑term logistics network strategy. You will own network design governance, scenario modeling, and cost‑to‑serve analytics to ensure the logistics supply chain supports growth, profitability, and service goals.

What You Will Do

• Develop 3–5 year logistics network strategy focused around right sizing the distribution footprint servicing manufacturing as well as aftermarket networks.
• Perform cost-to-serve and scenario modeling, including data collection, analysis and proposal development.
• Conduct market, customer, and demand trend analysis.
• Lead footprint studies (new DCs, closures, consolidations).
• Create executive presentations and business cases.
• Govern design standards and decision frameworks.
• In conjunction with the strategic sourcing team, establish network KPIs and value tracking processes.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Real Estate, and business stakeholders to balance short‑term savings initiatives with optimization and transformational value add solutions for RTX customers and shareholders.
• Develop capital investment proposals and ROI analysis. Lead the implementation of network changes.
• Influence and drive change across multiple businesses, functions and geographies.
• Lead and mentor a cross‑functional team of logistics and sourcing professionals across multiple business units.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key liaison between logistics, supply chain, finance, and executive leadership.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in logistics network optimization and strategy and supply chain consulting, or related roles within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
• Experience managing cross‑functional and cross‑business unit teams.
• Operational experience in multi‑site warehouse and distribution management.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Expertise in network optimization tools (LLamasoft, AIMMS, Coupa, etc.)
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills including developing business cases.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in strategy or supply chain consulting is a plus.
• Project management, change management and transition management abilities.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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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