Associate Director Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines Aftermarket Operations Communications

Date Posted: 2026-04-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-FARMINGTON-0004 ~ 4 Farm Springs Rd ~ 4 FARM SPRINGS Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. Itcomprisesthree industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company tooperateat 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 RTX Global Communications Team: Associate Director, Commercial EnginesAftermarket OperationsCommunicationsCommercial Engines (CE) is Pratt & Whitney’s largestbusiness,making up more than 50 percent of the annual revenue. RTX Communications is seeking an outstanding candidate to develop and deliver communications strategies and content across the P&W CE portfolio. As a member of the Communications team, you will work with company leaders to help drive business results by providing world-class communications in support of company priorities. What You Will Do: Serve as the Communications point of contact and a key member of the leadership team supporting theCE SVPOperations. Develop and lead an integrated communicationsplanand cross-functional team to support theaftermarket operationsorganization’s businessobjectivesand employee engagement goals, as a key part of the Commercial Engines single aisle market priority. Track progresson the planand partner with cross-COEcolleaguesonmeasurement. Conduct regular business reviews with CE leadership to assess progress andcourse-correct,as necessary. Prepareand secure approval forcommunications deliverables, including talking points, key messages, prep packages, posts, featured content,speeches, news releases, holding statements, presentations. Preparethe CE SVP Operationsandotherbusiness leaders for external speaking opportunities. Partner withtheMedia Relations teamto achieve a positive narrative in the media and leverage program news and milestones.Helpfacilitatemedia interviews and ensure participants are prepared. Prepare and secure approvals for media statements/Q&As and talking points in partnership with the business leaders and Media Relations team. Partner with theBrandteamto develop and delivercompelling and impactfulassets and experiences as part ofthecommunicationsplan. Partner with theDigital Communications teamto design and deploy contentwhichgeneratesstrong internal and external engagement. Developand managerelationships with Communications counterparts atMRO networkpartners, as well as members of the media and third-party influencers,to raise awareness of and advocacy for the advantages of Pratt & Whitney’s commercial engines aftermarket operations. Plan, attend and leverage industry MRO and other trade shows and events to deliver results in support ofaftermarket operationsbusinessobjectives, including media, social media, customer/3rd partytestimonials.Meetwith communications counterparts to build and advance relationships. Ensurethe company isfavorably positioned at key trade shows and industry events Partner withtheEmployee Communicationsteamto buildworkforceengagement in support ofaftermarket operationsbusiness goals and wider internal communicationsobjectives, including townhall meetings, regular leadermessagesand organizational announcements Coordinate with international communications colleagues to support thegrowth andreputation of the commercial enginesglobal MRO network. Manage crisis communications, in partnership withthePublic Relationsteam, fortheaftermarket operationsbusinessand support crisis communications for the wider commercial engines fleet. Travel approximately 10% to both domestic and international locations. Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires aBachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations or related field and minimum 12 years’ prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years’ experience. Previousproject management experience,utilizingorganizational skills with attention to detail. Previousexperience as a leader with strong interpersonal, influencing and collaboration skills. Previousexperience executing written, oral, and e-communications, especially in a virtual environment. Previousexperience delivering successful communications campaigns for global engineering /manufacturing organizations, preferably in the aerospace or a related industry. Experience with traditional and non-traditional communication platforms, including print, electronic, social media,videoand industry events. 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Qualifications We Prefer MBA or MS in Business Management or Communications Ability to excel in fast-paced environment with tight deadlines Strategic thinker and self-starter What We Offer: Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 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 illnessinsurance, 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 And more! The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr