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. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science, delivering solutions in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.
The Position
RTX is searching for a strategic, tech-savvy leader to help shape the future of its digital and AI ecosystem. As a Senior Manager on the 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 and Defense industry.
Location: Farmington, CT (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $132,400 - $251,600 USD
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 and 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
Required Qualifications
- •University degree and minimum of 5 years of 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 and emerging tech strategies with a focus on quantifying and prioritizing customer value and impact
- •U.S. citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
- •Strategic thinker with execution discipline
- •Experience at a top-tier consulting firm or bank (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Accenture, JP Morgan, Moelis and Company, Goldman Sachs)
- •Experience in commercial Aerospace or Defense
Benefits
- •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, 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, and parental leave benefits
- •Fertility and family planning support
- •Adoption Assistance and Autism Benefit
- •Employee Assistance Plan including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- •Wellness rewards program
- •Virtual doctor visits and second opinion program
- •Child and elder care services
- •Relocation assistance may be available