RTX
Associate Director, Public Affairs for Commercial and Civil (Onsite)
RTX, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Associate Director, Public Affairs for Commercial and Civil (Onsite)
Join RTX’s Corporate Communications Team to help develop and execute advocacy communications strategies that support RTX’s defense policy and business objectives. In this role you will collaborate across RTX Business Units, Communications, and Global Government Relations to drive policy outcomes and present RTX’s positioning to the U.S. Executive branch, Congress, and Department of Defense.
Location: VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209, USA
What You Will Do
Develop and execute advocacy communications strategies to advance RTX defense policy and business priorities using thought leadership, media relations, marketing, third‑party advocacy, crisis response, digital advocacy, and coalition building.
Partner with RTX Communications centers of excellence, Global Government Relations and Business Units to shape policy outcomes through Public Affairs solutions.
Support policy‑focused thought leadership, positioning RTX as a thought leader in key defense issues.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to inform the company’s response on pressing issues and support reputational management.
Integrate policy communications strategies into defense‑specific RTX Communications Campaigns.
Develop and maintain communications deliverables such as talking points, key messages, prep packages, speeches, holding statements, etc.
Qualifications You Must Have
University degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations or related field and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 10 years of experience, or 16 years of experience if no degree.
U.S. citizenship required.
Previous project‑management experience delivering strategic communications solutions in matrixed organizations.
Initiative to deliver effective, creative public‑affairs solutions in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent judgment for risk mitigation and reputation management.
Strategic and tactical thinking; trusted advisor to influence senior stakeholders.
Qualifications We Prefer
Proven track record of executing public‑affairs or policy communications solutions that influence policy outcomes.
Experience collaborating with functional teams and internal/external stakeholder groups.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution
Tuition reimbursement program
Student loan repayment program
Life and disability coverage
Optional coverages (pet, home, auto, additional life, accident, critical illness, group legal, ID theft protection)
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
Adoption assistance
Autism benefit
Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
Wellness program rewards
Doctor on Demand, virtual visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation may be eligible
And more!
Apply Salary range: $162,000 - $326,000 USD. Benefits and compensation are based on experience and location.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the posted date.
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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Location: VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209, USA
What You Will Do
Develop and execute advocacy communications strategies to advance RTX defense policy and business priorities using thought leadership, media relations, marketing, third‑party advocacy, crisis response, digital advocacy, and coalition building.
Partner with RTX Communications centers of excellence, Global Government Relations and Business Units to shape policy outcomes through Public Affairs solutions.
Support policy‑focused thought leadership, positioning RTX as a thought leader in key defense issues.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to inform the company’s response on pressing issues and support reputational management.
Integrate policy communications strategies into defense‑specific RTX Communications Campaigns.
Develop and maintain communications deliverables such as talking points, key messages, prep packages, speeches, holding statements, etc.
Qualifications You Must Have
University degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations or related field and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 10 years of experience, or 16 years of experience if no degree.
U.S. citizenship required.
Previous project‑management experience delivering strategic communications solutions in matrixed organizations.
Initiative to deliver effective, creative public‑affairs solutions in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent judgment for risk mitigation and reputation management.
Strategic and tactical thinking; trusted advisor to influence senior stakeholders.
Qualifications We Prefer
Proven track record of executing public‑affairs or policy communications solutions that influence policy outcomes.
Experience collaborating with functional teams and internal/external stakeholder groups.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution
Tuition reimbursement program
Student loan repayment program
Life and disability coverage
Optional coverages (pet, home, auto, additional life, accident, critical illness, group legal, ID theft protection)
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
Adoption assistance
Autism benefit
Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
Wellness program rewards
Doctor on Demand, virtual visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation may be eligible
And more!
Apply Salary range: $162,000 - $326,000 USD. Benefits and compensation are based on experience and location.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the posted date.
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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