Executive Assistant - Strategy & International (Rosslyn)

Prattwhitney; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Achievement awards

Educational assistance

Child/adult backup care

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Strategy & International, based in Arlington, VA. The role provides high-level support, manages a confidential calendar, coordinates international travel, and partners with a dispersed team to optimize daily operations.

You will maintain calendars, screen communications, prepare materials, and oversee travel arrangements while ensuring alignment with RTX security and policy standards.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or equivalent with 8+ years of executive support experience.
• Experience supporting C-level or VP-level executives is required.
• Ability to plan international travel and manage confidential calendars.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison between the VP and senior executives.
• Manage complex calendars, travel itineraries, and confidential schedules.
• Coordinate tasks across the organization and prepare materials for meetings.
• Lead invoice processing and expense reporting with accuracy.
• Plan meetings and events, including logistics and materials.
• Ensure compliance with RTX policies and security requirements.
• Support travel and expenses across domestic and international routes.
• Collaborate with other executive assistants to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Executive-level experience

Calendar management

Travel planning

MS Office proficiency

Discretion & confidentiality

Stakeholder coordination

Education

AA/AS degree or 2-year post high school training

Tools

Workday

empowerU

MeetingSmart

RGEMS

WebTE

TravelSmart

METS

BCAR

RShare

SNOW

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ Position Role Type: Unspecified 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 Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon Strategy and International is looking for an Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Strategy & International. This position provides high-level support and plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the organization. The Executive Assistant manages a wide range of administrative and operational responsibilities and serves as a key partner to the Vice President and a geographically dispersed team. You will operate independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and proactively anticipate the needs of the organization and its leaders. The Executive Assistant must exercise sound judgment, maintain strict confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with discretion. This onsite role will be based in Rosslyn, Virginia.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Vice President and senior executives.
• Manage multiple priorities and a dynamic, confidential schedule.
• Coordinate and outline tasks across the organization, as needed.
• Provide a full range of executive office support.
• Maintain and prioritize the Vice President's calendar and appointments.
• Screen and communicate information on behalf of the Vice President.
• Monitor email, capture action items, and track deadlines.
• Address inquiries and resolve or elevate concerns proactively.
• Build strong relationships with other executive assistants.
• Plan and coordinate meetings and events, including logistics and materials.
• Lead invoice processing.
• Prepare meeting materials and coordinate pre-briefs when required.
• Arrange domestic and international travel; manage expense reporting.
• Identify and resolve administrative issues with minimal oversight.
• Ensure compliance with RTX policies, procedures, and security requirements.
• Recommend improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Prior executive-level administrative experience.
• Experience planning and coordinating international travel.
• Experience with calendar management, meeting scheduling and coordination, event planning, and preparing expense or data reports.
• Ability to understand and comply with RTX policies, procedures, and security requirements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools, including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience reviewing multiple reference sources and compiling data for reports and correspondence with minimal supervision.
• Extensive knowledge of systems such as Workday, empowerU, MeetingSmart, RGEMS, WebTE, TravelSmart, METS, BCAR, RShare, SNOW, and electronic collaboration and video conferencing tools.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional overtime or extended hours.
• Comfort using mobile devices to enhance productivity.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently, adapt to shifting priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, and professional correspondence.
• Self-starter capable of working autonomously in a high-visibility, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple inputs from global stakeholders, respond quickly to non-routine requests, and maintain accuracy and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and define clear scope boundaries when requests fall outside the role's remit.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across teams and within a matrixed environment to drive aligned outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, communicate clearly, and partner with stakeholders at all levels.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

• parental (including paternal) leave
• flexible work schedules
• achievement awards
• educational assistance
• child/adult backup care

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The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 125,400 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.

• 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

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.

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.