Associate Director of Public Affairs for Defense

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Date Posted:</b></p>2026-04-24<p style="text-align:left"><b>Country:</b></p>United States of America<p style="text-align:left"><b>Location:</b></p>US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ<p style="text-align:left"><b>Position Role Type:</b></p>Remote<p><b><span>U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:</span> </b></p>Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.<p><b>Security Clearance Type: </b></p>None/Not Required<p><b>Security Clearance Status: </b></p>Not Required<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p><b>The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Communications Team team:</b></p><p></p><p>RTX is seeking a skilled and strategic <b>Associate Director of Public Affairs for Defense</b> to help shape and execute communications strategies that support RTX's defense policy and business objectives. In this role, you will collaborate across teams to develop and implement advocacy initiatives, thought leadership efforts, and policy-focused campaigns that engage key stakeholders and advance the company’s priorities. You will work closely with internal and external partners to align communications strategies, manage pressing issues, and contribute to RTX’s reputation as a leader in the aerospace and defense industry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive meaningful impact through integrated public affairs efforts.</p><p></p><p><b>What You Will Do:</b></p><ul><li><p>Develop and execute advocacy communications strategies to advance RTX defense policy and business priorities leveraging thought leadership, media relations, marketing, third party advocacy, crisis response, digital advocacy, and coalition building. Ensure advocacy strategies align with RTX Business Unit, RTX Communications and Global Government Relations goals and are supported by performance metrics to optimize effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Partner closely with the RTX Communications centers of excellence (COEs) and subject matter experts in Global Government Relations and the Business Units to drive and shape policy outcomes through Public Affairs solutions reaching the Executive branch, U.S. Congress, U.S. Department of Defense.</p></li><li><p>Support policy-focused thought leadership to position RTX as a thought leader in key defense issues. Work with external partners such as tier 1 media organizations and think tanks to achieve objectives.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to inform the company’s response on pressing issues. Support the reputation management of the company to influence decisionmakers in coordination with the RTX Communications COEs.</p></li><li><p>Integrate policy communications strategies into defense-specific RTX Communications Campaigns. Collaborate across RTX Communications COEs to contribute to campaigns such as through stakeholder mapping and developing policy messaging to help position RTX for growth.</p></li><li><p>Supports development of and maintains communications deliverables (talking points, key messages, prep packages, speeches, holding statements, etc.) in coordination with business partners and communications centers of expertise (COEs) to support public affairs communications strategies for defense policy and business priorities.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications You Must Have:</b></p><ul><li><p>Typically requires a University Degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations or related field and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience <b><u>or</u> </b>an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience <b><u>or</u></b> in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience</p></li><li><p>U.S. citizenship is <b>required</b>, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites.</p></li><li><p>Previous project management experience to deliver strategic communications solutions in matrixed organizations.</p></li><li><p>Takes initiative to deliver effective and creative outcome-driven public affairs solutions in a fast-paced environment. </p></li><li><p>Demonstrated excellent judgement to advise on risk mitigation and reputation management.</p></li><li><p>Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution. Proven trusted advisor to influence, consult and engage senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications That We Prefer:</b></p><ul><li><p>Proven track record of executing public affairs and/or policy communications solutions to influence a policy outcome.</p></li><li><p>Previous experience collaborating with functional team members and internal and external stakeholder groups.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities on tight deadlines.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What We Offer:</b> </p><p>Some of our competitive benefits package includes: </p><ul><li><p>Medical, dental, and vision insurance   </p></li><li><p>Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   </p></li><li><p>Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   </p></li><li><p>Tuition reimbursement program  </p></li><li><p>Student Loan Repayment Program   </p></li><li><p>Life insurance and disability coverage   </p></li><li><p>Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  </p></li><li><p>Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  </p></li><li><p>Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   </p></li><li><p>Adoption Assistance            </p></li><li><p>Autism Benefit   </p></li><li><p>Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   </p></li><li><p>Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program  </p></li><li><p>Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   </p></li><li><p>Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  </p></li><li><p>Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  </p></li><li><p>And more!   </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Learn More & Apply Now!</b> </p><p></p><p><b>Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role:  </b></p><ul><li>This position is currently designated as <b>remote</b>. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><i><b>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.</b></i></p><p></p>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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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 <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">collective-bargaining</span> agreement.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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 <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">collective-bargaining</span> 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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span class="emphasis-2"><i>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.</i> </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Privacy Policy and Terms:</b></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Click on this </span><a href="http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">link</a><span> to read the Policy and Terms</span></p>