Principal Specialist, HR Employee Partner

Date Posted:

2026-07-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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. 

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a primary resource for employee and labor relations support across assigned operational areas, ensuring consistent application of company policies, practices, and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs).
• Lead thorough, timely, and well‑documented workplace investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, misconduct, and other employee relations matters.
• Administer the provisions of CBAs, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, facilitating interpretation, and supporting leaders in day‑to‑day contract application.
• Build strong working relationships with Union representatives focused on fostering a positive workplace culture, improving communication, and supporting business flexibility while honoring contractual commitments.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify, analyze, and implement process improvement opportunities that enhance employee experience, efficiency, and policy adherence.
• Monitor, track, and report on HR/Employee Relations performance metrics.
• Manage grievance processes, including intake, documentation, investigation support, scheduling, and collaboration with Labor Relations on resolution strategy.
• Develop and deliver employee and leader training on workplace policies, ER practices, CBA provisions, conflict resolution, and company culture initiatives.
• Consult with leaders to reinforce consistent and equitable business practices aligned with company values, legal requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise on employee relations trends, best practices, employment law changes, and organizational policies to support continuous improvement and risk mitigation.
• Support change management initiatives by helping communicate and implement new practices, processes, and policy updates across operational groups.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires A University Degree and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Minimum 2 years of labor/ employee relations experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven knowledge of employment laws and labor relations practices.
• Strong written, presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and independently across teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset and experience.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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