Principal Specialist, Total Rewards – Global Benefits

RTX

Principal Specialist in Total Rewards focusing on Global Benefits at Collins Aerospace. Collaborating on global benefits strategy and overseeing program operations with compliance and analytics.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in global benefits strategy design and execution, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effective communication of benefits programs. Proficient in managing complex initiatives within matrixed organizations and optimizing HR technologies to enhance Total Rewards processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Global Benefits StrategyBenefits Program OperationsHR Technologies OptimizationStakeholder InfluenceRegulatory Compliance

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Benefits MethodologiesData-Driven Decision-MakingCost ModelingScenario AnalysisBusiness Impact Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadershipProfessional PresenceChange Management

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Total RewardsGlobal HRMatrixed OrganizationsUnionized SettingsPost-M&A IntegrationCenter of ExcellenceHR OperationsShared Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the design and execution of the global benefits strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide Total Rewards objectives
Support large-scale benefits transformation projects, including Time Away from Work, Health & Welfare, and Retirement programs
Oversee key aspects of benefit program operations in collaboration with Enterprise Services, Corporate Benefits, Payroll, and other key stakeholders
Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and support risk mitigation related to benefits programs
Support evaluation of external vendors, brokers, and service providers to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment with enterprise standards
Assist with the deployment and optimization of HR technologies and systems that enhance Total Rewards processes
Build cost models, scenario analyses, and business impact assessments to inform data-driven decision-making
Drive clear, engaging, and consistent benefits communication aligned with the employee value proposition
Support change management activities to ensure smooth adoption of new programs, processes, and systems
Manage multiple complex initiatives within a matrixed environment, ensuring high-quality execution and timely delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Experience using Excel and PowerPoint
Experience working in large, global, matrixed organizations with the ability to influence stakeholders preferred
Knowledge of global HR and regulatory environments, along with a solid understanding of benefits methodologies
Experience supporting regional benefits programs within a global governance model
Demonstrated leadership, excellent communication skills, and strong professional presence
Experience supporting benefits programs in unionized settings and during post-M&A integration is preferred
Prior experience within a Center of Excellence (COE), HR Operations or Shared Services model