Principal Specialist, Campus Programs (Remote)

RTX

9d•Remote

About The Position

Principal Specialist, Campus Programs is responsible for executing RTX’s campus engagement strategy — building strong partnerships with universities, faculty, and student organizations to attract and retain top talent across RTX business units. This role will lead targeted recruitment and engagement initiatives for internship, co-op, and full-time hiring, ensuring consistent execution, alignment with business needs, and delivery of a strong student talent pipeline. This is a hands-on, high-impact role that blends strategy and execution — ideal for a dynamic professional passionate about talent development, relationship management, and data-informed recruiting excellence.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
Prior experience in talent acquisition, university relations, or human resources.
Direct experience coordinating on-campus events, employer branding initiatives, and/or large-scale recruiting campaigns.

Nice To Haves

Experience in large, complex, multi-site organizations — aerospace, defense, technology, or industrial manufacturing preferred.
Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to communicate metrics effectively to stakeholders.
Demonstrated success building strong internal partnerships across business units and HR functions.
Proven ability to manage multiple universities, programs, and stakeholder groups simultaneously.
Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and follow-through.
Data-driven and metrics-focused mindset.
Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Passionate about career development and advancing RTX’s mission through innovative campus partnerships.

Responsibilities

University Relationship Management Serve as the primary liaison for assigned universities, developing and executing partnership strategies that align with RTX’s hiring priorities and brand objectives.
Build and sustain relationships with career services, faculty, student organizations, and corporate relations offices to enhance RTX’s campus presence.
Partner with executive sponsors, business leaders, and HR to align university outreach with business objectives.
Represent RTX at on-campus and virtual recruiting events, conferences, and career fairs to engage with students and strengthen company employment brand.
Talent Recruiting Execution Lead execution of the internship, co-op, and new graduate recruiting strategy for designated schools and disciplines.
Coordinate all campus event logistics, including pre-event planning, after-event interviews, and candidate follow-up.
Partner with Campus Programs recruiting team to ensure smooth hand-offs from sourcing through candidate selection, interviews, and offer delivery.
Maintain candidate pipelines to ensure top identified talent advances through each stage of the recruiting process.
Support talent conversion strategies from internships and co-ops to full-time roles.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Partner closely with Hiring Managers, HR Business Partners, and Talent Leads to understand talent needs and align recruiting strategies accordingly.
Collaborate with Employer Branding and Communications teams to ensure RTX messaging and visual identity are consistent across campus channels.
Advise internal stakeholders on campus best practices, timelines, and compliance requirements.
Serve as a key liaison between university partners, internal TA teams, and business leadership.
Candidate Experience & Student Talent Outreach Drive a high-quality, collaborative candidate experience across all touchpoints — from first contact to offer.
Develop outreach initiatives that engage student talent in STEM and business disciplines, including veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other RTX partner organizations.
Support RTX’s recruiting practices and targeted engagement strategies.
Data, Reporting & Process Excellence Track recruiting metrics such as event outcomes, candidate conversion rates, and offer acceptance data to assess ROI and inform strategy.
Ensure accurate documentation and compliance in RTX recruiting systems.
Partner with senior leaders to identify process improvements and share insights across the enterprise campus recruiting network.
Provide data-driven reports and recommendations to support ongoing optimization of RTX’s Campus Programs organization.