Date Posted:

2024-02-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington 1100 Wilson Boulevard , Arlington, VA, 22209 USA

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate team:

This Associate Director, Asia Pacific, RTX Government Relations position supports the Asia Pacific government relations program for the Global Government Relations Team in Arlington, VA. This position has a particular focus on promoting RTX equities and interests in Asia Pacific with the respective embassies and executive branch of the U.S. Government in Washington, D.C. Executive branch entities of particular focus include the Department of State, Department of Defense, Department of Commerce, and National Security Council. The position will focus on working with other elements of the Global Government Relations team to build and foster relationships with foreign government, U.S. Government, and business leaders, while raising RTX’s profile and communicating the company’s strategic business interests.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with primarily Asia Pacific government officials and U.S. Government officials covering Asia Pacific region to highlight opportunities, identify shared/aligned interest, shape requirements, and influence regulations in support of RTX business efforts and other interests.
• Working with other members of the Asia Pacific, and broader Global Government Relations teams, monitor policy and regulatory developments across Asia Pacific region and Asia Pacific-focused portions of the U.S. Government and act, when appropriate, to ensure RTX corporate interests are protected and advanced.
• Represent the company’s position on Asia Pacific focused policy and regulatory issues before foreign and U.S. government officials as well as other stakeholders.
• Serve as a consultant and advisor to RTX’s senior leadership on matters involving decisions, which will affect the achievement of corporate goals in Asia Pacific.
• Organize and staff senior company leader engagements with Asia Pacific government officials, U.S. Government officials working Asia Pacific, and other stakeholders.
• Engage and utilize associations and business councils that RTX is a member of to advance RTX interests in Asia Pacific.
• Attend Asia Pacific-focused hearings, conferences, meetings, and other special events in Washington, D.C. to represent the company as needed and identify trends and developments in Asia Pacific that might affect RTX interests.
• Monitor, analyze and update RTX leadership on geopolitical trends that could impact RTX business interests, such as relations with the U.S., changes in government, changes in security, or changes in defense priorities of regional countries.
• Engage with RTX’s businesses to better understand their programs, products, and needs in Asia Pacific; identify opportunities in Washington, D.C. to promote these needs.
• Support RTX and RTX business unit business development initiatives in Asia Pacific region, including supporting market intelligence and assessments of opportunities.
• Other activities as identified by Global Government Relations leadership.

Basic Qualifications:

• A university degree and a minimum 12 years of experience or an advanced degree and a minimum 10 years of experience.
• Experience working Asia Pacific policy or regulatory issues within the U.S. Government.
• Strong Defense, National Security and/or Department of State background.
• Collaborative, team player working across government relations, business, and other corporate functions.
• Strong writer and strategic thinker who can translate complex issues to both company leadership and outside government stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: self-starter with the ability to manage a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build and lead coalitions with other stakeholders in support of international government engagement strategies.
• Must be willing to travel, as needed, to support company requirements.
• Must be willing to work onsite in Arlington, VA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree and minimum 10 years experience
• Experience working in a relevant federal agency.
• Familiarity with Asia Pacific government and business culture.
• Experience operating in diplomatic engagements and settings.
• Experience living in the region.
• Established and trusted personal network within Federal Agencies, foreign embassies, associations, and think tanks, especially in the greater Washington D.C. area.
• Fluency in Japanese, Korean or Chinese.

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.

The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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