Principal Specialist, Records & Information Management

RTX; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Records Management Specialist to join the Corporate Enterprise Services team. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining the Records Management Program, including retention schedules and compliance across the organization.

You will collaborate with business units, analyze data, train staff, and help evolve recordkeeping practices, with remote work from the US and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with minimum 5 years experience, or an Advanced Degree with >=3 years.
• 3+ years experience in records management principles, lifecycle theory, indexing, and current recordkeeping tech.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and current RIM software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, develop, implement and maintain records management procedures and systems.
• Serve as liaison between ORM and business units for Records Management program.
• Develop, implement and manage Records Management Program tasks.
• Collect, analyze and present data and findings.
• Analyze and develop policies, procedures and processes.
• Consult with organizations to promote records management awareness.
• Conduct training and assessments and prepare presentations.
• Support development of recordkeeping systems and information systems.
• Appraise business records including electronic records for retention and value.
• Develop and maintain retention schedules.
• Maintain current knowledge of records management practices and technologies.

Skills

Records management principles

Lifecycle theory

Information indexing

Recordkeeping technology

Microsoft Office

RIM software

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree with 3+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

RIM software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-22

Country: United States of America

Location: US-TX-REMOTE

Position Role Type: Remote

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.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Enterprise Services team:

This role is responsible for supporting the implementation and management of RTX’s Records Management Program by developing and maintaining records management processes, procedures, and retention schedules in accordance with applicable requirements. The position partners with business organizations to assess recordkeeping needs, analyze data, evaluate records and information systems, and promote compliance through training, consultation, and process improvements. It also requires maintaining current knowledge of records management practices, technologies, and retention requirements to support effective, compliant, and efficient management of business records across the organization.

What You Will Do

• Analyze, develop, implement, and maintain procedures, processes, and systems to manage active, inactive, physical, electronic, vital, and historical records in accordance with records management principles.
• Act as a liaison between ORM (Office of Records Management) and business organizations in the implementation of the Records Management Program and the provision of records management services.
• Performing tasks associated with the development, implementation, and management of the Records Management Program.
• Collecting, compiling, analyzing, and presenting data and findings.
• Analyzing and developing policies, procedures, and processes.
• Consulting with organizations to promote records management awareness and respond to records management needs.
• Conducting training sessions and assessment reviews as well as prepare presentations and reviews.
• Consulting, analyzing, and supporting the development of recordkeeping and information systems.
• Appraising business records, including electronic records, to determine their function, retention requirements, and historical value.
• Consulting, analyzing, and developing records retention schedules.
• Developing and maintaining current knowledge of records management, recordkeeping technology, and records retention requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 5 years of experience, or an Advanced Degree and a minimum 3 years experience.
• 3+ years experience of records management principles, lifecycle theory, information indexing and management, and current recordkeeping technology.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and current RIM software.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Certified Records Manager (CRM) designation or equivalent certification preferred or the ability to achieve testing eligibility for certification within 12 months of hire.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to perceive and analyze problems, develop alternatives, and make or recommend sound decisions

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.

Work Location: Remote.

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

Remote: This position is currently designated as remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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