Associate Director, Aerothermal Systems, RTRC

Date Posted:

2025-04-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

The Aerothermal Systems Department at RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking an Associate Director, Aerothermal Systems Technology. This role will be responsible for building and providing technical leadership for a portfolio of contract research and development programs.

A successful candidate will have direct experience working with US Government agencies, including the US Department of Defense, and technical expertise in one or more of the following technology areas:

• Maritime (Undersea and Surface)

• Space (VLEO to Cislunar)

• Aerodynamics (including VTOL to High-Speed Systems)

• Reacting Flows and Energetics

• Novel propulsion and power generation cycles and systems (including Nuclear)

• Low Observable/Counter-Low Observable Technologies

• Power and Thermal Management for Electronic Warfare Systems

Job Responsibilities

Propose and win Department of Defense science & technology programs in areas of interest through technology leveraging, capability development, and strategic partnering;

• Provide indirect technical leadership to a diverse and multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists in the successful execution of a portfolio of projects in this area with technical discipline and rigor in project execution;

• Interact with Research Center technical staff and Program Offices and all RTX businesses to develop and communicate a strategic vision in the areas of interest to these business units;

• Mentor individual contributors on projects and assist in developing technical skills in selected areas;

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to provide timely, accurate and detailed reports and presentations to senior management and functional teams.

• Working closely with internal and external customers to demonstrate and transition new technologies

• Enhance RTRC/RTX profile with external visibility to professional societies and develop collaborative research relationships with National labs and academia

• Actively participate and support cross-RTX technology roadmaps, strategies, and communities of practice

• Publish in peer-reviewed publications and conference proceedings

Qualifications You Must Have

• An advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 10 years’ relevant experience or equivalent military education and experience

• Technical expertise, including engineering, research, and/or project management in one or more of the technology areas listed above

• Project management tools and experience managing large programs

• Experience in creating winning proposals for external funding and secure growth through strong customer relationships and engagement

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• A PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 10 years’ relevant experience or equivalent military education and experience

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance preferred. TS/SCI preferred.

• Prior experience leading research and development programs in the United States Department of Defense, Intelligence Agencies, or Department of Energy focused on nuclear technologies

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 147,000 USD - 295,000 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 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.

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