Business Employee Communications Associate Director: Pratt & Whitney

Date Posted: 2026-10-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

RTX Global Communications is seeking a forward‑deployed employee communications leader supporting its Pratt & Whitney business unit. This embedded role sits within the business while remaining anchored to a centralized global communications function. The leader will oversee employee communications across three Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and directly supports one SBU. As part of RTX’s global communications team, this role will partner closely with Centers of Expertise (COEs)—including Brand, Public Affairs, Employee Engagement and Public Relations—to deliver integrated, enterprise‑aligned communications. The position advances Pratt & Whitney’s purpose and business priorities through consistent and clear messaging, integrated storytelling and communications that strengthen employee connection and understanding.

What You Will Do:

• Lead SBU Communications Strategy Develop and execute a unified employee communication strategy across all three SBUs, aligned to the RTX mission and Pratt & Whitney’s business purpose and priorities.
• Drive alignment through consistent messaging, integrated storytelling and communications that support a connected, engaging employee experience.
• Build channel strategies and manage multi‑channel content plans that effectively reach both wired and non‑wired employees.
• Leverage advanced analytics, emerging communications technologies, and AI‑enabled tools to measure impact and refine strategy.
• Ensure communications are aligned, timely, and coordinated with Pratt & Whitney’s senior communications team and across matrixed partners.
• Integrate change‑readiness communications to support employees through transformation.
• Lead and develop a team of communicators supporting Pratt & Whitney employee communications work.
• Lead SBU Communications Own strategy, planning, and execution for one SBU’s employee communications portfolio.
• Drive end‑to‑end employee communications planning for major campaigns, product milestones, leadership messages and high‑visibility events (global town halls, executive meetings, speaking engagements, site visits).
• Serve as a trusted advisor to SBU leaders on a range of topics to include providing strategic counsel on sensitive, high‑stakes, or crisis‑related messaging.
• Partner across enterprise COEs, and with the Business Communications team, to support Pratt & Whitney’s overarching communications strategy, drive message consistency, timing, and business alignment.
• Maintain regular onsite presence in East Hartford for collaboration, event production and alignment with business leadership.
• Content & Operational Excellence: Produce concise, compelling, executive‑ready content that supports business goals, improves clarity, and strengthens engagement.
• Develop presentations, narrative‑building communications, storytelling materials, and leader messaging.
• Drive operational excellence through strong standard work: workflows, templates, governance processes, and content sequencing.
• Manage cross‑functional coordination with channel teams, content partners, and enterprise functions.
• Continuously optimize communications cadence and multi‑channel delivery.
• Leverage advanced analytics and AI‑enabled tools to evaluate communication impact and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a team with a focus on capability‑building, operational discipline, and creative excellence.

You’re A Strong Fit If You Are:

• Strategic. An excellent writer and storyteller, skilled at simplifying complexity for all employee groups.
• Creative, with a track record of fresh ideas that strengthens engagement.
• Executive‑ready, with strong presence, judgment and the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Proactive, anticipating communication needs before they arise.
• Collaborative, thriving in matrixed environments and building strong cross‑functional partnerships.
• Comfortable leading major employee events, including town halls and executive meetings.
• A self‑starter and fast learner, able to quickly engage with new topics and teams.
• Skilled at supporting leaders in becoming stronger, more confident communicators.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience
• Experience developing and executing enterprise‑level internal communications strategies.
• Experience supporting senior leaders with executive communications and employee messaging.
• Willingness and ability to be onsite regularly in East Hartford, CT.

What We Offer:

• 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
• This role may be eligible for relocation And more!

Role Type and Location

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Location/Type: Hybrid East Hartford, CT is the preferred location, however candidates located in Connecticut will be considered.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD.

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at 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, Virginia.