Location
US-CT-FARMINGTON-0004 ~ 4 Farm Springs Rd ~ 4 FARM SPRINGS
Position Role Type
Hybrid
Eligibility
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company immigration sponsorship. No export authorization or security clearance is required.
Company Overview
RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
What You Will Do
- Serve as the Communications lead for the Pratt & Whitney Mature Commercial Engines business as a member of the leadership team supporting the vice president Mature Commercial Engines.
- Develop and lead the integrated, Mature Commercial Engines (MCE) communications strategy.
- Support the integrated communications strategy for the GTF and next‑generation GTF engines, developing near‑term and longer‑term communications plans.
- Help drive business results through a world‑class communications strategy that successfully positions Pratt & Whitney’s MCE portfolio.
- In collaboration with the CE MCE team, develop compelling narratives, messaging, and proof points for Pratt & Whitney’s mature commercial engines – including the IAE V2500, the Engine Alliance GP7000 and the PW2000 and PW4000 engines, keeping both internal and external audiences in mind. Lead the deployment of these messages via our communication channels with a 360‑degree approach.
- Build and advance relationships with our global communications industry counterparts, especially at airframers, partners and airline customers.
- Attend MCE leadership team meetings, providing communications counsel and support on strategic positioning, external presentations, speeches and talking points.
- Serve as the MCE interface with the Communications function, providing relevant business updates.
- Work with the CE communications team to support the development and delivery of the GTF and next‑generation GTF communications strategy, including messages and a compelling multi‑channel positioning plan to shape the market.
- Partner with the Media Relations COE to achieve positive press coverage by leveraging relevant milestones and initiatives and build/advance relations with key media. Plan media interviews and evaluate and report on the resulting coverage. Prepare and secure approval for media statements/Q&As and talking points in around in‑service events and technical and business issues.
- Partner with the Brand Reputation COE to develop and deliver content, messages, creative assets, and events which generate strong engagement with key audiences.
- Partner with the Internal Communications COE to build employee awareness, alignment, and engagement in support of company objectives. Help develop intranet stories and talking points for internal events, such as leadership town halls.
- Track communications strategy progress, measuring and reporting out on results, including for the weekly reports and for presentations at communications and business meetings.
- Co‑lead the CE integrated communications team meetings, regularly chairing the weekly meetings and designing and leading the agenda.
- Coordinate with international communications colleagues to support the growth and reputation of the commercial engines global MRO network.
- Manage crisis communications, in partnership with the Public Relations team, for the aftermarket operations business and support crisis communications for the wider commercial engines fleet.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience; or, in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English, public relations, or related field. MBA or MS in business management or communications preferred.
- Strategic thinker and proven leader with strong interpersonal, influencing, and teaming skills, excelling in matrixed organizations.
- Strong project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail, capable of thriving in fast‑paced environments with tight deadlines.
- Proven track record of delivering successful communications campaigns for global engineering/manufacturing organizations, preferably in aerospace or related industries.
- Expertise in traditional and non‑traditional communication platforms, including print, electronic, social media, video, and industry events.
- Excellent written, oral, and electronic communication skills, with experience in virtual environments.
Qualifications We Prefer
- MBA or MS in Business Management or Communications.
- Ability to excel in fast‑paced environments with tight deadlines.
- Strategic thinker and self‑starter.
- Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws or regulations.
Benefits
- 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 including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
- 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.
Salary Range
USD 132,400 – 251,600
Equal Opportunity Employer
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, veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.
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