Associate Director, Architecture Assurance Leader - Applications (REMOTE)

RTX • Boston, MA

5d • Remote

About The Position

RTX Corporation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Architecture Assurance Leader to join our Corporate team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and ensure that enterprise-wide architectural strategies, systems, and solutions align with the company’s overarching business objectives. As a corporate leader, you will work closely with senior executives, business units, and technology teams to deliver innovative, scalable, and secure architectural solutions that drive business outcomes.
RTX has an opening for an Associate Director, Architecture Assurance Leader - Applications (Associate Director, Business Systems and Transformation) position.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12+ years’ experience in enterprise architect, architect assurance or systems engineering and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or related work experience and schooling in lieu of degree.
• Expertise in architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar methodologies.
• Proven track record of working in a highly matrixed, complex corporate environment and managing cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Planview EA, Sparx EA, and ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, and compli ance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in TOGAF, ArchiMate, or similar architecture frameworks.
• Experience with enterprise systems integration and large-scale program management.
• Familiarity with RTX’s corporate policies and business structure is an advantage.
• RTX Certified Architect.
• Knowledge of advancements in digital technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
• Ability to Travel up to 5%

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture assurance initiatives across corporate functions to ensure alignment with RTX’s enterprise strategy, compliance with policies, and adherence to architectural principles.
• Develop and enhance enterprise-wide architecture assurance frameworks, methodologies, and governance standards.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by providing insights into architectural risks, opportunities, and innovations.
• Conduct architecture reviews for key corporate programs and projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, regulatory requirements, and RTX's technology roadmap.
• Collaborate with corporate IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation teams to develop solutions that optimize efficiency, scalability, and security.
• Identify and mitigate architectural risks, ensuring proactive planning and resolution.
• Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to inform architectural decisions and drive competitive advantage.
• Provide mentorship to team members and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the corporate architecture team.
• Prepare and present architecture assurance reports, metrics, and recommendations to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level