Associate Director, HR Transformation

Associate Director, HR Transformation RTX Corporation, a global aerospace and defense company, is seeking an Associate Director for HR Transformation. This role supports the Director of HR Strategy & Functional Excellence and the Office of the RTX CHRO in advancing the effectiveness, scalability, and continuous improvement of the global HR function. Overview This strategic and hands‑on position is responsible for managing large‑scale, cross‑functional initiatives that strengthen HR operational excellence, advance process maturity, improve employee and manager experiences, and support the evolution of the RTX HR Operating Model. The Associate Director also serves as the CORE (RTX’s quality operating system) leader for Corporate HR. Key Responsibilities Lead CORE for RTX HR Corporate: ensure maturity and continuous improvement of CORE practices across HR. Lead recurring check‑ins with sub‑domain CORE focal points and the Corporate CORE office. Support annual goal alignment and priority‑setting processes. Embed CORE principles into all strategic HR initiatives. Drive consistent usage of RTX Enterprise Project Management (REPM) methodologies. Support HR Transformation: drive outcomes and elevate the global HR operating model and employee experience. Support execution and evolution of the four‑tier HR service delivery model. Partner with HR and business leaders to define future‑state capabilities and roadmap. Lead initiatives to simplify, automate, and standardize HR processes. Partner with working teams, business units, and cross‑functional teams to improve end‑to‑end HR operations. Document and maintain the RTX HR taxonomy, global processes, roles, responsibilities, and handoffs. Lead HR Corporate Communications & Engagement: plan and deliver monthly Global HR Information Sessions. Ensure the HR Hub remains accurate, intuitive, and operationally effective. Maintain a quarterly HR communications and initiatives calendar. Develop and track project milestones, partnering across all HR teams and stakeholders. Support change management planning, execution, and adoption activities. Perform additional job‑related responsibilities as assigned. Travel up to 20%. Qualifications - Must Have University degree and minimum 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 10 years’ experience. Demonstrated success supporting large‑scale, enterprise‑wide programs or strategic initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and significant organizational complexity. Proven experience establishing project governance, managing executive stakeholders, driving change adoption, and delivering measurable business outcomes. Strong program and project management expertise, including planning, milestone management, risk mitigation, dependency management, executive reporting, and implementation oversight. Qualifications - Preferred MBA or MBA‑desirable and experience across all components of the HR Operating Model. CORE Professional (or higher) certification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive presence. Ability to navigate ambiguity and exercise sound judgment with a bias for action. Strong influencing skills and the ability to build trusted relationships in a matrix environment. Experience using AI productivity tools, including Microsoft 365 Copilot. Location & Travel Preference in proximity to Farmington, CT or remote within Northeast (Time Zone: Northeast). Up to 20% travel. Compensation Annual salary range: $157,200 - $298,800 USD (good faith estimate). Benefits 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, holidays. Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (dependent on level and collective‑bargaining agreement). Equal Opportunity Employer RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prattwhitney