Total Rewards Principal Analyst

Socket.dev; California (MO, MA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Global Total Rewards leader to drive the strategy and programs across business units. You will influence HR Partners and senior leaders and partner with Talent Acquisition on competitive offers for external talent.

Responsibilities include data-driven analysis for merit, internal equity, and external market competitiveness; and leading high-visibility projects with broad impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience; 8+ years relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with 5+ years in related field.
• Minimum 5 years of compensation experience.
• MS Excel: complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, conditional logic, large data set analysis.
• Experience leading complex, large-scale projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Storytelling with data analytics and link to business programs and processes.

Responsibilities

• Execution of Global Total Rewards Strategy and Programs within assigned Business Unit and teams.
• Builds critical relationships and influences HR Business Partners and Leaders at all levels on Total Rewards matters.
• Collaborates with HRBPs to determine compensation solutions aligned with business strategies.
• Provides consultation to Talent Acquisition on constructing competitive offers for external talent.
• Assists in administering and communicating key global processes for assigned business units and teams.
• Global Total Rewards reporting and data analysis; conducts analysis and provides insights on merit planning, equity, and market competitiveness.
• Leads and participates in high-visibility projects with broad impact.
• Understands business and specific market conditions.
• Daily work blends tactical vs. strategic support for the business.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Pivot tables

Lookups

Conditional logic

Data storytelling

Stakeholder management

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree

Tools

Workday

MarketPay

Power BI

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-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 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.

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.

What You Will Do

• Execution of Global Total Rewards Strategy and Programs within assigned Business Unit and teams.
• Builds critical relationships and demonstrates ability to influence HR Business Partners and Business Leaders at all levels of the enterprise on Total Rewards matters.
• Works closely with HRBPs to determine solutions to compensation issues in alignment with business strategies.
• Provides consultation to Talent Acquisition on how to construct competitive offers for key external talent.
• Assists in the administration and communication of key global processes for assigned business units and teams.
• Global Total Rewards reporting and data analysis. Conduct analysis and provide analytical insights relating to annual merit planning, internal equity, and external market competitiveness.
• Independently leads and participates in high visibility projects with broad functional and/or Business Unit impact.
• Understands the business and related specific market conditions.
• Daily work may be a blend of tactical vs. strategic work in support of the business.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 5 years of compensation experience.
• Experience in MS Excel, including use of complex formulas, pivot table, lookups, conditional logic, large data set analysis, etc.
• Experience leading complex, large-scale projects from planning through execution, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, managing timelines and deliverables, and driving successful implementation.
• Experience in storytelling with data analytics and how they relate to business programs and processes.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Compensation fundamentals including experience in salary administration, job classification, job evaluation and market pricing and analysis.
• Ability to routinely take initiative to identify issues and solve problems; thoroughly analyze information and make timely, practical decisions and recommendations.
• Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal, organizational, execution, and communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of global HR policies and procedures, compensation practices and trends, merit, and data analysis.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Excel and Power BI).
• Experience with Workday and MarketPay.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the HR strategic partnership in driving business results.
• Ability to influence and manage change, work with all levels of the organization and handle high levels of confidentiality.

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.

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

• Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.