Director, Corporate Strategy and Development (Hybrid)

RTX • Farmington, CT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000+ employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. The following position is to join our Corporate Strategy & Development team (CS&D): The Corporate Strategy & Development group is responsible for driving the company’s long-term growth and value creation by shaping strategic priorities, evaluating new market opportunities and executing mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic transactions. CS&D reports directly to RTX’s President & CEO and the team serves as advisors to company leadership on the highest value issues and opportunities facing the company. The Director, Corporate Strategy & Development plays a critical leadership role in driving RTX's inorganic growth and portfolio shaping agenda. This individual will lead the evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and separation and integration initiatives, while contributing to enterprise-level strategic and portfolio shaping efforts. The ideal candidate brings deep transaction experience, strong strategic acumen, and the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional environments to deliver measurable business outcomes. The candidate will work with stakeholders from the business units and central functions to lead strategic transaction activities.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience
• Several years’ M&A transactional experience (e.g., top-tier investment bank, corporate development role, consulting, VC)

Nice To Haves

• Analytical, Problem-Solving, and Communication Skills: Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, strong problem-solving skills (e.g., critical thinking, prioritization), creativity, and strong oral/written communication.
• Leadership, Execution, and Teamwork: Ability to take ownership of projects/teams, navigate ambiguity, independently drive results, excel in fast-paced environments, and demonstrate outstanding teamwork and multi-tasking capabilities.
• Technical Proficiency and Industry Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, familiarity with financial data services (e.g., S&P Capital IQ, Factset, Bloomberg), and experience in aerospace & defense

Responsibilities

• Manage deal teams through the M&A process including financial modeling, developing strategic rationale, valuation, transaction execution, due diligence execution, and presentation development
• Support integration or separation planning activities for businesses undergoing acquisition or divestiture
• Analyze financial statements and develop valuation analyses, including discounted cashflow and comparable company analyses
• Partner closely with business unit and functional leaders to identify and prioritize acquisition and divestiture opportunities aligned with strategic objectives
• Prepare materials for stakeholders including the Executive and Senior Leadership Team
• Manage relationships with external advisors (e.g., banks, legal counsel, consultants)
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver timely execution and mitigate operational or financial risks
• Contribute to enterprise and BU strategy development, with a focus on portfolio optimization
• Balance multiple projects while providing clear thinking and hands-on guidance to cross-functional team members in a collaborative work environment
• Mentor and develop junior team members

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.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 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, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees