Associate Director & Counsel, Commercial Engines (Hybrid)

RTX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an exciting hybrid opportunity for an Associate Director & Counsel for Pratt & Whitney’s Commercial Engines!! This business includes both the GTF and the mature engine platforms, including engines for the V2500, PW4000, PW2000, GP7000, JT8D, and Pratt & Whitney Power Systems model engine programs. What You Will Do: This is a customer facing role providing transactional support across all aspects of the P&L, including negotiating complex commercial agreements with customers and airframers globally, providing program support, advising on regulatory compliance and communications with customers, airframers, regulators, and program partners. Must have ability to travel to support business needs, including the ability for significant on-site presence in East Hartford, Connecticut.

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) and 10+ years of relevant legal experience, including 5+ years of legal experience at a law firm including experience with commercial transactions, M&A, or strong litigation experience resolving commercial disputes
Good standing with a state bar association and in-house counsel registration in a timely manner following hire
U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites

Nice To Haves

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including a solid executive presence
Must be a strong leader and team player with excellent judgment and professional maturity
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and provide guidance and practical solutions to cross-functional projects effectively and on time
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal daily supervision and to balance numerous priorities within compressed timeframes
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, in a fast-paced environment of rapidly changing demands

Responsibilities

negotiating complex commercial agreements with customers and airframers globally
providing program support
advising on regulatory compliance and communications with customers, airframers, regulators, and program partners