Federal Affairs, Civil Commercial Lobbyist

RTX; Arlington (VA); Presencial; USD 146.000 - 277.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Descripción de la vacante

RTX is seeking a Federal Affairs, Civil Commercial Lobbyist to lead government relations for civil space, energy & environment, and R&D priorities across Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses. The role requires deep Capitol Hill experience and strong policy, budget, and regulatory acumen.

Based in Arlington, VA, you will advise senior leaders, build relationships with Congress and staff, and drive RTX funding strategies while coordinating with the broader government

Formación

• Typically requires: a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience.
• Relevant experience working with Members of Congress and their staff, and committees; knowledge of legislative processes and funding mechanisms such as annual appropriations.
• Previous experience working on Capitol Hill is required.
• Experience working with or on the portfolio’s committee jurisdiction a plus (CJS and/or Energy & Water Appropriations and/or House Energy & Commerce; House Science, Space, and Technology and/or Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement a comprehensive government relations strategy to achieve RTX legislative priorities related to civil space, energy, and R&D.
• Identify opportunities and funding opportunities to advance RTX program objectives across all three business units.
• Advise senior leaders on federal legislative matters impacting programs and funding.
• Cultivate relationships with U.S. government customers/officials to influence laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with Civil Commercial Team Lead and RTXPAC to support RTX lobbying efforts.
• Represent RTX on Capitol Hill at hearings and brief lawmakers and staff.

Conocimientos

Research skills

Writing skills

Communications

Independent work

Educación

University degree

Advanced degree

Descripción del empleo

Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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. RTX is looking for a talented Federal Affairs, Civil Commercial Lobbyist to join our corporate legal team. This position will lead a portfolio for the federal government relations lobbying team focused on civil space, energy & environment, oversight and investigations, research & development priorities in addition to Commerce, Justice, and Science (CJS) and Energy & Water Appropriations, for all three RTX businesses (Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon). This lobbyist will foster relationships with U.S. government (Executive and Legislative Branches) and internal RTX business leaders while raising the RTX profile. This lobbyist will develop overall RTX government relations strategy in the assigned service/capability portfolio mentioned above policy areas across all three business areas, as well as promote and oversee RTX service legislative priorities specific to the Raytheon Technologies Research Center.

What You Will Do

Develop and implement a comprehensive government relations strategy to successfully achieve RTX legislative priorities particularly related to civil space, energy, research & development, oversight & investigations and additional funding from the Appropriations Committees and relevant authorizing mechanisms of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Within this portfolio, lead government relations efforts by identifying and supporting policymaking opportunities and funding opportunities that advance the objectives and successful execution of the service/capability programs of all three business units. Advise the Presidents of the three RTX business units and other senior business leaders on all federal legislative matters that may affect the successful execution and funding of their programs. Develop and maintain relationships with key U.S. government customers/officials to identify opportunities of aligned interest, shape requirements & influence laws and regulations in support of all RTX related products and services. Collaborate with government affairs team leads to enhance RTX’s presence in Washington, DC with respect to assigned programs to create a national platform on which these programs positions, needs, and priorities can be articulated. Provide insight, guidance and support to RTX program managers, their direct reports, the Executive Vice President for Global Government Relations and key company leaders on program standing on budgetary, legislative and regulatory matters being considered by Members of Congress, their staffs, and the Appropriations Committees and authorizing committees of jurisdiction in the House of Representatives and the Senate. Coordinate internally with the Civil Commercial Team Lead and the Manager of RTXPAC to develop a strategy and attend events in support the company’s political action committee. Represent RTX interests on Capitol Hill at hearings, help prepare company leaders for Hill testimony when required, and provide briefings to Members of Congress, their staff and key Congressional committee professional staff on RTX programs.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience. Relevant experience working with Members of Congress and their staff, and committees (RTX considers several factors when extending an offer and determining grade including years of experience and advanced degrees). Knowledge of the legislative processes and associated funding mechanisms such as the annual appropriations bills. Previous experience working on Capitol Hill is required. Experience working with or on the portfolio’s committee jurisdiction a plus (CJS and/or Energy & Water Appropriations and/or House Energy & Commerce; House Science, Space, and Technology and/or Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation).

Qualifications We Prefer

Ability to operate independently across a highly-matrixed organization, with strong research, writing and communication skills. Knowledgeable in U.S. military concepts, programs and terminology.

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

This position may be eligible for relocation. And more!

Location Arlington, VA

The salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 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.

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.