Associate Director, Transportation Network Design and Strategy (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-07-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TN-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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, changing environment. This transportation strategy specialist will play a critical role in optimizing our transportation networks across the globe. This position will focus on developing and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and performance of our transportation network.

As Associate Director of Transportation Network Design and Strategy, you will lead the strategic vision and continuous optimization of our end-to-end transportation network. You will bridge the gap between long-term corporate strategy and daily logistics execution, leveraging advanced data modeling, network design software, and collaborate with third parties and RTX businesses to build a highly resilient, cost-effective, and scalable transportation ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics, data analysis, and transportation network design and execution, and will be adept at developing solutions that align with our business goals.

What You Will Do:

• Strategic Network Design: Lead the design and continuous refinement of the corporate transportation network (including inbound, interplant, and outbound shipping lanes). Evaluate node locations, modal mix (e.g., HWA, Truckload, Less-Than-Truckload, Parcel), and carrier allocation and service level strategies.

• Advanced Modeling & Analytics: Collaborate with the RTX data teams and supporting functions to progress toward the transportation digital twin and network simulation tools. Lead continuous "what-if" scenario planning to mitigate supply chain disruptions, adapt to shifts in customer demand, and model the impact of fuel fluctuations or infrastructure changes.

• Freight Cost & Service Optimization: Identify and execute strategic initiatives to reduce total landed costs while meeting or exceeding strict delivery Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Project Management: Provide structured project management support for enterprise‑level logistics projects focused on cross‑business transportation optimization, driving efficiency through best practices and advanced technologies from third‑party logistics providers.

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Drive alignment and collaboration across OneRTX Logistics workstreams—including Strategic Sourcing, Data & Systems Design, Network Design, and Business Logistics teams—throughout all phases of project planning and execution.

• Stakeholder Alignment: Bring together internal teams and external partners to ensure cohesive execution of logistics programs and deliver measurable results.

• Transportation Network Design: Lead and support the ideation, modeling, and design of transportation network solutions in partnership with logistics engineering.

• Execution: Guide initiatives from concept through implementation to achieve savings and performance improvements.

• Performance Management: Strengthen logistics provider relationships through structured performance management, fostering collaboration and shared success.

• Financial Modeling: Develop robust project and program cost models that enable fact‑based financial management, including evaluation of savings, required investments, and return on investment.

• Financial Estimates & Business Cases: Prepare financial estimates and complete business cases to support proposed logistics strategies and operational improvements.

• Execution Playbook Development: Design and operationalize decision‑making playbooks for logistics transitions, new operations start‑ups, and major project

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience.

• 10+ years of experience in transportation, transportation provider management, or related roles within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Logistics modeling – including transportation and warehouse network design, mode as well as usage optimization

• Project management, Change management, & Transition management

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and distribution/warehouse modeling tools

• Industrial Engineering and Scenario Planning in supply chain environments

• Finance / developing business cases

• Regional/geopolitical experience and sustainability

• Regulatory & global trade compliance 

• Practical transportation management experience

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.

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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.

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