Associate Director, International Total Rewards

Date Posted:

2026-08-03



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 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. 

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

The Associate Director, International Total Rewards is responsible for leading the implementation, administration, and governance of RTX compensation, benefits, mobility, and total rewards programs across the Raytheon’s international locations. This role serves as the primary Total Rewards expert outside the United States and leads a team of total rewards managers to ensure consistent program delivery, compliance, and operational excellence across EMEA and APAC, and other global regions. The position requires strong leadership, the ability to influence in a matrixed environment, and expertise in harmonizing policies and practices across diverse countries while maintaining alignment with RTX Total Rewards governance.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three international compensation managers, ensuring strong technical capability, effective workload management, and high-quality delivery.
• Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability across the team, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Provide subject matter expertise and escalation support for complex compensation cases, salary recommendations, job evaluations, and market data interpretation.
• Oversee the team's execution of compensation cycles, benchmarking activities, and analytical deliverables to ensure accuracy and alignment with Raytheon expectations.

Program Implementation & Administration

• Implement and administer RTX compensation, benefits, and mobility programs across all non-U.S. locations.
• Manage annual compensation cycles, including merit planning, incentive administration, market pricing, mobility allowances, and job evaluations.
• Collaborate with Corporate Total Rewards Centers of Excellence to ensure program alignment and escalate issues requiring policy interpretation.
• Partner with Payroll, HR Operations, and local HR teams to resolve cross-functional compensation, mobility, and benefits issues.

Policy, Process & Practice Harmonization

• Lead efforts to harmonize total rewards policies, processes, tools, and practices across countries to improve consistency and reduce operational variation.
• Assess regional deviations and align local practices with enterprise governance and statutory requirements.
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, documentation, and governance processes across international locations.

Stakeholder Partnership & Consulting

• Serve as the primary advisor to HR Business Partners, regional HR leaders, and business leadership regarding compensation and mobility administration.
• Support leaders and HR teams with data-driven insights, providing clear recommendations based on market analysis and business needs.
• Communicate program changes, annual cycle requirements, and policy updates across international stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and Mobility to ensure integrated and compliant execution of global processes.

Compliance, Governance & Vendor Management

• Ensure internal controls, audits, and governance standards are met across all regions.
• Partner with Raytheon Benefits Lead and Corporate team to manage relationships with international benefits brokers, third-party providers, and mobility vendors, ensuring timely resolution of escalated issues.
• Monitor compliance with global labor regulations and partner with Corporate and regional HR teams to implement corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a university degree with 12 years prior relevant experience OR an advanced degree with 10 years of related experience.  
• 10+ years of progressive Total Rewards experience with strong international scope.
• Experience managing or leading teams of compensation professionals.
• Experience administering compensation programs and job evaluation methodologies.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working in a complex, matrixed global organization.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret market data and provide insights
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders in a matrixed environment.
• Experience with mobility workflows and global benefits administration.
• Professional certifications such as CCP, GRP, or GPHR.

Learn More & Apply Now! (Optional) 

• 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 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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