Senior Manager, ES Strategy & Transformation

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. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. 

The Position: 

RTX is searching for a strategic, tech‑savvy leader to help shape the future of our digital and AI ecosystem. As a Senior Manager on our ES Product Strategy team, you will identify, develop, and scale strategic partnerships with modern technology companies including AI/LLM innovators, hyperscalers, frontier labs, and other emerging tech players. Your work will directly enhance RTX's competitive advantage across the Aerospace & Defense industry. 

Who You Are:  

• A systems thinker who can distill complex technologies into strategic insights 

• Curious, analytical, and comfortable navigating both business and technical conversations 

• Skilled at evaluating industry dynamics and identifying true differentiation versus hype 

• A listener and relationship builder who can engage partners, influence stakeholders, and articulate compelling strategies 

What You Will Do: 

• Identify and evaluate modern technology partners (AI, LLM, hyperscalers, deep‑tech platforms, frontier labs) that can strengthen RTX’s enterprise capabilities 

• Analyze competitive trends across the Aerospace & Defense landscape to understand how strategic partnerships drive industry advantage—and where RTX can lead 

• Engage new and existing partners to explore emerging technologies and shape collaboration opportunities aligned to RTX’s priorities 

• Build strong relationships across the tech ecosystem to expand RTX’s access to innovation 

• Translate business objectives and technical requirements from internal stakeholders into actionable partnership strategies 

• Produce clear, concise briefings, partner evaluations, and strategic roadmaps that influence senior leaders and executive sponsors 

• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration across Enterprise Services and RTX business units by providing continuous market insight 

• Support leaders in defining differentiated value propositions and future capabilities for RTX customers 

 Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience  

• Proficient in analysis, executive-level storytelling, presentation, positioning, and messaging development. 

• Skilled in crafting clear strategy documents and translating strategies into actionable roadmaps and plans. 

• Experienced in driving alignment across senior leadership and managing diverse stakeholders effectively. 

• Knowledgeable in AI/emerging tech strategies with a focus on quantifying and prioritizing customer value and impact. 

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Strategic thinker with execution discipline 

• Experience at a top tier consulting firm or bank (McKinsey & Co, BCG, Bain, Accenture, JP Morgan, Moelis & Company, Goldman Sachs) 

• Experience in commercial Aerospace or Defense (A&D) 

What We Offer: 

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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 you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   

• Adoption Assistance            

• 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

• This position may be eligible for relocation    

• And more!   

Learn More & Apply Now! 

Location/Type: Hybrid 

• Farmington, CT is the preferred location

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role: 

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.