Strategy Director

RTX

Strategy Director shaping enterprise strategy for RTX, an aerospace and defense company. Leading portfolio analysis, strategic initiatives, governance, and executive decision support.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeArlington • Arizona, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $204,800 - $389,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise-level strategy projects, managing cross-functional teams, and synthesizing complex market and technology insights to inform strategic decision-making. Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior executives and influence organizational direction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Enterprise Strategy LeadershipCross-Functional Team ManagementMarket and Competitive AnalysisExecutive Communication SkillsAerospace and Defense Experience

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Hard Skills

Strategic Scenario DevelopmentPortfolio-Level RecommendationsEnvironmental AnalysisProject PlanningTimeline ManagementStakeholder CoordinationAnalytical CapabilitiesQuantitative InsightsQualitative InsightsGovernance Process Design

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInfluencing LeadershipFacilitated Discussions

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security ClearanceDoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseNational SecurityGeopolitical AnalysisStrategic Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex, enterprise-level strategy projects, including environmental analyses, competitive assessments, strategic scenarios, and portfolio-level recommendations
Manage cross-functional project teams through scope definition, planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and executive-level delivery
Synthesize market trends, technology signals, emerging threats, policy developments, and internal capabilities into Raytheon-level strategic insights
Maintain an integrated strategic picture of Raytheon’s opportunities, risks, and long-term choices
Advise senior executives on business implications
Design and execute enterprise strategy governance processes
Communicate strategic issues through executive presentations, strategy narratives, and facilitated discussions
Coordinate with functional and business leaders to translate strategic direction into actionable initiatives and measurable outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 14+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 12+ years of experience
Experience in aerospace and defense or adjacent national security domains
Experience directly managing strategy project teams, including project planning, timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and executive delivery
Proven impact on an organization’s strategic direction
Experience conducting market, competitive, geopolitical, or technology environmental analyses
Strong analytical capabilities integrating qualitative and quantitative insights
Excellent communication skills and ability to develop compelling executive presentations and influence leadership
Experience working in complex, cross-functional environments
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Active and existing DoD Top Secret security clearance required after day 1
Some travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Potential eligibility for annual short-term incentive compensation
Potential eligibility for annual long-term incentive compensation