Director and Senior Counsel, USG

Date Posted:

2026-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-FARMINGTON-0010 ~ 10 Farm Springs Rd ~ 10 FARM SPRINGS

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

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. 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 the RTX Corporate Legal team:

RTX is looking for an experienced legal professional who will provide critical support on U.S. Government (USG) compliance and transactional matters across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated team player with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

As Director and Senior Counsel, Government Contracts, this lawyer will serve as a subject matter expert on USG procurement law, policy, and transactions within the RTX Corporate Legal, Contracts and Compliance (LCC) organization to provide advice and counsel to RTX and its businesses on all aspects of USG contracting.

What You Will Do:

• Provide expert counsel and guidance to the company on all aspects of government contracting, including in the areas of contract formation and claims, disputes, bid protests, investigations and disclosures.
• Remain apprised of new federal procurement and compliance regulations and policies.
• Work closely with key functions and business teams to develop policies, processes and guidelines concerning compliance with government obligations.
• Support the development and deployment of training and guidance resources in connection with regulatory and acquisition policy developments.
• Coordinate with lawyers, contracts professionals, and compliance personnel across the enterprise on compliance and regulatory interpretation matters.
• Coordinate with and counsel business colleagues on USG contracting compliance and transactional matters.
• Develop, effectively communicate, and support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies involving government contracting.
• Engage and proactively manage outside counsel, as required and within budget.
• Promote compliance with the RTX Code of Conduct by communicating the provisions of the code and monitoring the performance of direct and indirect subordinates with regard to their understanding of their responsibilities and obligations under the Code of Conduct and related RTX policies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Law degree (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
• Member of a state bar in good standing and in-house counsel registration following hiring
• At least seven years of substantial experience in all aspects of US Government contracting
• Expertise in FAR, DFARS, federal procurement statutes, regulations and policy, with demonstrated experience effectively operationalizing compliance requirements in a business
• Ability to travel domestically, as needed

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 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 position may be eligible for relocation.  
• And more!   

Learn More & Apply Now! 

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role: 

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.

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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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.

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