Director, Executive Communications

RTX•Arlington, VA

1d•$204,800 - $389,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Executive Communications provides enterprise‑level leadership for strategic communications supporting executive and Senior Leadership Team, communications and key enterprise priorities. The role oversees front office communications operations and ensures disciplined coordination across the Employee Engagement function. This position works closely with the Chief Communications Officer’s Chief of Staff to maintain alignment, governance and consistency in all top‑tier executive communications.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience
Demonstrated leadership experience in executive communications at the enterprise level.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with mastery in distilling complex information for senior audiences.
Proven ability to navigate and influence in a highly matrixed, fast‑paced environment.
Strong strategic and operational acumen, with experience running communications governance, processes and leadership rhythms.
Ability to manage high‑stakes communications with discretion, maturity and executive presence.
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build trust with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

Oversee communications operations, including planning, message integration, sequencing and cross‑functional coordination in a highly matrixed environment.
Partner with the CCO’s Chief of Staff to manage communication governance, review cycles, enterprise communications rhythms and leadership engagement processes.
Counsel on messaging, content development and readiness for high‑visibility executive engagements, including town halls, internal forums, enterprise updates, and key industry events.
Ensure consistent executive narratives that translate complex strategic topics into clear, compelling, enterprise‑aligned communications.
Establish and maintain governance processes that ensure accurate, timely and aligned executive messages across internal and external channels.
Drive an enterprise approach to communications analytics aligned to the Brand Reputation team by establishing meaningful metrics, interpreting data trends, and translating insights into actions that strengthen executive narratives, improve channel effectiveness.
Guide the development of high‑impact executive content including speeches, statements, presentations and strategic messaging platforms.
Ensure integration of executive communications across the employee engagement COE with broader enterprise communications strategies, channels and initiatives
Drive continuous improvement in communications processes, using analytics, stakeholder input and best practices to elevate effectiveness and impact
Serve as a trusted partner to senior executives, exercising sound judgment and discretion on sensitive, time‑critical communications.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes 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 coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, 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