Senior Manager, Project & Strategy Lead – Engineering HR

RTX

Engineering HR strategy lead driving transformation, workforce strategy, and organizational effectiveness at RTX, a global aerospace and defense company. Partnering with executives and cross-functional teams to improve operations and strategic execution.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,400 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in driving engineering transformation initiatives and leading complex cross-functional projects. Proficient in strategic planning, data analysis, and creating executive communications to support organizational effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementHR StrategyChange ManagementAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Leadership

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Hard Skills

Organizational EffectivenessWorkforce StrategyOperational ImprovementsData AnalysisEngineering Processes

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

AgileScrumPMPProsci Change Management

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPAgile/ScrumProsci Change Management

Industry Keywords

Global OrganizationsAerospaceDefenseOrganizational Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic partner to the Executive Director, HRBP supporting the global Engineering organization
Drive execution of Engineering transformation initiatives across HR, Engineering leadership, and functional partners
Lead complex cross-functional projects involving workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and operational improvements
Coordinate strategic planning, operating reviews, and leadership updates
Create executive-ready communications, presentations, and briefs
Analyze organizational, talent, and project data to identify trends, risks, and strategic insights
Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to align HR initiatives with Engineering priorities
Drive continuous improvement in team operations, stakeholder engagement, and project execution processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
6+ years of experience in project management, HR strategy, business operations, consulting, or transformation roles
Demonstrated experience supporting complex or technical organizations
Experience in change management and cross-functional stakeholder leadership
Master’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, or related field preferred
PMP, Agile/Scrum, Prosci Change Management, or equivalent certifications preferred
Experience working within large global organizations, ideally within RTX or aerospace/defense sectors preferred
Strong analytical skills to interpret workforce and organizational data and generate insights
Familiarity with organizational transformation, engineering processes, and technology-driven organizational change
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company immigration sponsorship now or in the future
No security clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with 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 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
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
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible work schedules
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Scholar Program
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs