Business Employee Communications, Associate Director

• Typically requires a University Degree e in communications, public relations, journalism or related field 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
• Experience developing and executing enterprise‑level internal communications strategies.
• Experience supporting senior leaders with executive communications and employee messaging.

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.

Business Employee Communications Associate Director: Raytheon

• →Lead SBU Communications Strategy

• →Develop and execute unified communication strategies aligned to RTX’s mission and Raytheon’s business purpose and priorities.

• →Shape channel strategy and oversee integrated editorial and multi-channel content plans within a matrixed communications environment.

• →Influence enterprise editorial rhythms, content sequencing and planning across SBUs.

• →Leverage advanced analytics, emerging communications technologies and AI-enabled tools to measure effectiveness and refine strategy.

• →Integrate change-readiness communications into overall planning to support employees through transformation.

• →Support shared ways of working and ensure alignment across SBUs and functional communications teams.

• →Lead a team of communicators, leveraging the function’s best practices and supporting teams in supporting Raytheon’s employee communications work.

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• →Lead Communications for One SBU & Oversee Functional Communications

• →Own strategy, planning and execution for one SBU’s internal communications portfolio.

• →Drive end-to-end planning for major campaigns, updates, leadership messages and high-visibility events (forums, global town halls, all-hands meetings).Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on internal communications needs, including sensitive, high-stakes or crisis-related messaging.

• →Partner with Raytheon’s Business Communications team to support Raytheon’s overarching communications strategy, drive alignment and ensure consistency.

• →Oversee functional communications to ensure enterprise and SBU priorities are appropriately supported.

• →Content & Operational Excellence

• →Produce concise, compelling, executive-ready content that supports business goals, improves clarity and strengthens engagement.

• →Develop presentations, narrative-building communications, storytelling materials and leader messaging.

• →Drive operational excellence through strong standard work: workflows, templates, governance processes and content sequencing.

• →Manage cross-functional coordination with channel teams, content partners, HR, OSCQ, Engineering and other enterprise functions.

• →Continuously optimize communications cadence and multi-channel delivery.

• →Leverage advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to evaluate communication impact and drive continuous improvement.

• →Lead and develop a team with a focus on capability-building, operational discipline and creative excellence.

• Strategic.

• An excellent writer and storyteller, skilled at simplifying complexity for all employee groups.

• Creative, with a track record of fresh ideas that strengthens engagement.

• Executive‑ready, with strong presence, judgment and the ability to influence senior leaders.

• Proactive, anticipating communication needs before they arise.

• Collaborative, thriving in matrixed environments and building strong cross‑functional partnerships.

• Agile, able to balance multiple priorities and respond to emerging needs in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

• Comfortable leading major employee events, including town halls and executive meetings.

• A self‑starter and fast learner, able to quickly engage with new topics and teams.

• Skilled at supporting leaders in becoming stronger, more confident communicators. 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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. 

(Hybrid role: option to anchor from Rosslyn VA, Farmington CT, Andover, MA, McKinney TX, or Tucson AZ)

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.

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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