Executive Assistant – Strategy & Transformation & Rosslyn Site Executive

Prattwhitney; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Achievement awards

Educational assistance

Backup care

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director of Strategy & Transformation at the Rosslyn site. You will manage complex calendars, handle email communications, coordinate travel, prepare reports, and support both transformation work and site leadership in a fast-paced, global environment.

The ideal candidate will be highly professional, discreet, organized, and capable of handling sensitive information with sound judgment.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office apps: Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint.
• Experience coordinating travel and processing expense reports.
• Experience supporting senior or executive-level leaders.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level Executive Support, including complex calendar management and travel coordination.
• Process emails, prepare documents, and draft communications for the executive team.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics and expense reporting.
• Support site-level leadership with events, meetings, and communications.
• Maintain site documentation, workflows, and organizational charts.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

AA/AS degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-02 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 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. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As an Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Director of Strategy & Transformation, who also serves as the Rosslyn Site Executive. This position plays a critical role in enabling seamless daily operations, supporting both organizational transformation work and site-level leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional professionalism, discretion, organizational capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.

What You Will Do:

• Executive Support
  • Manage complex and dynamic calendars for the executive leader and his direct reports, including conflict resolution and weekly calendar optimization.
  • Proactively manage email communications, ensuring visibility into high-priority items and coordinating actions across diverse stakeholders.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics, ensuring compliance with company policies and required documentation.
  • Prepare, submit, and track expense reports and invoices in alignment with company procedures.
  • Schedule, coordinate, and support virtual and in-person meetings, including agenda preparation, securing speakers, arranging conference rooms, catering, and technology support.
  • Draft, edit, and distribute team and employee-related communications, including emails, meeting summaries, and organizational updates.
  • Maintain and update team documentation, including distribution lists, presentations, shared files, Teams channels, organizational charts, and websites.
• Site Executive Support
  • Serve as an on-site representative for the Site Executive, ensuring timely and accurate communication with employees and site partners.
  • Support coordination and execution of site-level events and activities, including leadership meetings, employee engagements, and operational reviews.
  • Order supplies, meals, and materials for staff meetings, leadership events, and Rosslyn site activities as needed.
  • Collaborate with administrative and operational teams across the site and enterprise to support an efficient and cohesive support infrastructure.
  • Assist in maintaining site-level documentation, compliance requirements, and communication channels that enable effective site leadership.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook (email and calendar), Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience coordinating travel and processing expense reports.
• Prior experience supporting senior or executive-level leaders.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience supporting executive leaders and their leadership teams in a fast‑paced or matrixed organization.
• Experience preparing written communications for employees or senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.

What We Offer:

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

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: 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. 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

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 58,400 USD - 111,000 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 guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: 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.