Business Employee Communications, Associate Director

RTX; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 329,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

RTX Global Communications seeks a forward‑deployed communications leader to support the Raytheon business. You will be embedded within the business while anchored to a centralized global communications function, leading employee communications across five SBUs and providing overarching functional oversight.

You will develop concise, executive‑ready content, drive multi‑channel delivery, and lead a team of communicators to ensure enterprise alignment and strategic clarity.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and executing enterprise‑level internal communications strategies.
• Experience supporting senior leaders with executive communications and employee messaging.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead SBU Communications Strategy: develop and execute unified internal comms aligned to RTX mission.
• Provide strategic counsel for internal communications, crisis messaging and leadership messaging.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Storytelling

Executive presence

Collaborative

Agile

Proactive

Education

University degree in communications/public relations/journalism

Advanced degree in related field with 10+ years experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ 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 certain necessary systems. 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. Business Employee Communications Associate Director: Raytheon RTX Global Communications is seeking a forward-deployed communications leader to support the Raytheon business. You will be an RTX Global Communications employee, embedded within the business while anchored to a centralized global communications function. This role leads employee communications across five Raytheon strategic business units (SBUs), directly supports one SBU, and provides overarching functional communications oversight. As part of RTX’s global communications ecosystem, you will collaborate with Centers of Expertise (COEs) — including Brand, Public Affairs, Employee Engagement and Public Relations — to deliver integrated, enterprise-aligned communications that strengthen business understanding, employee connection and strategic clarity.

What You Will Do:

• Lead SBU Communications Strategy Develop and execute unified communication strategies aligned to RTX’s mission and Raytheon’s business purpose and priorities. Shape channel strategy and oversee integrated editorial and multi-channel content plans within a matrixed communications environment. Influence enterprise editorial rhythms, content sequencing and planning across SBUs. Leverage advanced analytics, emerging communications technologies and AI-enabled tools to measure effectiveness and refine strategy. Integrate change-readiness communications into overall planning to support employees through transformation. Support shared ways of working and ensure alignment across SBUs and functional communications teams. Lead a team of communicators, leveraging the function’s best practices and supporting teams in supporting Raytheon’s employee communications work.
• Lead Communications for One SBU & Oversee Functional Communications Own strategy, planning and execution for one SBU’s internal communications portfolio. Drive end-to-end planning for major campaigns, updates, leadership messages and high-visibility events (forums, global town halls, all-hands meetings).Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on internal communications needs, including sensitive, high-stakes or crisis-related messaging. Partner with Raytheon’s Business Communications team to support Raytheon’s overarching communications strategy, drive alignment and ensure consistency. Oversee functional communications to ensure enterprise and SBU priorities are appropriately supported. Content & Operational Excellence Produce concise, compelling, executive‑ready content that supports business goals, improves clarity and strengthens engagement. Develop presentations, narrative‑building communications, storytelling materials and leader messaging. Drive operational excellence through strong standard work: workflows, templates, governance processes and content sequencing. Manage cross‑functional coordination with channel teams, content partners, HR, OSCQ, Engineering and other enterprise functions. Continuously optimize communications cadence and multi‑channel delivery. Leverage advanced analytics and AI‑enabled tools to evaluate communication impact and drive continuous improvement. Lead and develop a team with a focus on capability‑building, operational discipline and creative excellence.

You Are A Strong Fit If You Are:

• Strategic. An excellent writer and storyteller, skilled at simplifying complexity for all employee groups.
• Creative, with a track record of fresh ideas that strengthens engagement.
• Executive‑ready, with strong presence, judgment and the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Proactive, anticipating communication needs before they arise.
• Collaborative, thriving in matrixed environments and building strong cross‑functional partnerships.
• Agile, able to balance multiple priorities and respond to emerging needs in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Comfortable leading major employee events, including town halls and executive meetings.
• A self‑starter and fast learner, able to quickly engage with new topics and teams.
• Skilled at supporting leaders in becoming stronger, more confident communicators.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree e in communications, public relations, journalism or related field 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 Experience developing and executing enterprise‑level internal communications strategies. Experience supporting senior leaders with executive communications and employee messaging.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

Hybrid

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. (Hybrid role: option to anchor from Rosslyn VA, Farmington CT, Andover, MA, McKinney TX, or Tucson AZ)

Salary

The salary range for this role is 172,900 USD - 328,700 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.

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.

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.

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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.