Business Analyst, US Payroll (Hybrid)

Job Title

Project & Program Leadership

Lead and coordinate complex US Payroll projects and operational initiatives.

Drive cross-functional teams through project execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment.

Manage the full project lifecycle and ensure delivery on time, in scope, and within budget.

Present project updates, risks, and recommendations to functional leadership.

Systems & Business Analysis

Develop business requirements, functional design documentation, and specifications for system enhancements, regulatory changes, process updates, and technology upgrades.

Perform in-depth analysis of US Payroll processes and system behaviors; provide recommendations to improve accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

Partner with functional and technical teams to ensure clear understanding of solution designs and minimize rework.

Apply structured change control processes.

Stakeholder Partnership & Communication

Collaborate with US Payroll Operations, HR, Finance, and Timekeeping teams to gather inputs, define requirements, and resolve issues.

Support executive-level communication and stakeholder management.

Communicate complex system and data concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

Identify opportunities to streamline end-to-end US Payroll processes and enhance system performance.

Provide insights and recommendations supporting functional productivity and cohesive process design.

Bring an agile, innovative mindset to accelerate digital transformation within US Payroll.

Qualifications You Must Have

University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience across Payroll, Timekeeping, HR or Finance, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 3 years experience.

Experience with ADP GlobalView.

Experience with ADP, EV5, or Workday payroll systems.

Qualifications We Prefer

Ability to analyze business processes and translate requirements into technical specifications.

Demonstrated experience leading structured, multi-phase projects.

Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.

Strong communication, facilitation, presentation, and negotiation abilities.

Proven ability to take initiative, drive change, and resolve issues with urgency.

Experience with ADP, EV5, or Workday payroll systems.

Experience leading large-scale or global project efforts.

PMP or equivalent project management certification.

What We Offer

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.

Work Location: This is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of Cedar Rapids IA, Dallas TX, Tucson AZ, Hartford CT.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. 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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.