Strategic Projects Lead

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Hiring Remotely in TX, USA
Remote
157K-299K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Leads strategic projects and digital transformation initiatives for Raytheon Digital Technology. Coordinates strategic and financial planning cycles, translates long-term strategy into funded annual execution, develops executive narratives, and aligns organizational goals with investment priorities. The role drives measurable efficiency, cost savings, operational improvements, and business outcomes through cross-functional leadership.
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Date Posted:

2026-10-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

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.


Raytheon Digital Technology (DT) seeks an Associate Director, Strategic Projects. Reporting to the Director, Digital Operations and Governance, this role will lead high impact projects focused on efficiency, cost savings and digital transformation, with a clear line from each project to measurable financial and operational results. It integrates planning cycles, owns the digital narrative, and helps shape the digital technology rhythm of business.


What You Will Do

  • Coordinate and integrate DT’s multi-year and annual planning cycles including Strategic & Financial Planning (SFP), Long Range Planning (LRP), and Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
  • Ensure long-range strategy translates clearly to annual tactical execution, with clear traceability from strategic priorities to funded work.
  • Lead strategic initiatives and projects that drive digital transformation and deliver org-wide impact.
  • Provide strategic leadership for the Digital Technology narrative, articulating how DT priorities, investments, and capabilities enable mission outcomes, operational performance, and business growth.
  • Provide insight and support to the annual goal alignment process to ensure improvement targets are aligned with funding and strategic priorities.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or and Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience  
  • 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, program management, and people leadership.
  • Experience leading  multi-year or annual planning cycles such as LRP, AOP, or SFP

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Master’s degree in organizational psychology, business administration or similar.
  • Track record leading cross-functional strategic initiatives with measurable business outcomes
  • Strong executive communication; building clear, persuasive narratives and briefings 
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or similar regulated industry.
  • PMP or similar program management certification
  • Background with digital investment planning

What We Offer

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


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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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Skills Required

  • University degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience
  • At least 8 years of experience in strategic planning, program management, and people leadership
  • Experience leading multi-year or annual planning cycles such as LRP, AOP, or SFP
  • Master's degree in organizational psychology, business administration, or a similar field
  • Track record leading cross-functional strategic initiatives with measurable business outcomes
  • Strong executive communication skills, including creating persuasive narratives and briefings
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or a similar regulated industry
  • PMP or similar program management certification
  • Background with digital investment planning
  • U.S. citizenship

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Retirement Support — 401(k) programs are described with employer matching and, in many cases, an additional company retirement contribution, with a student‑loan repayment feature that can substitute for the match in eligible situations. Plan materials also reference automatic enrollment and other structural supports that strengthen long‑term savings.
  • Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside wellness tools and incentives. HSA‑eligible options with company contributions are also referenced on careers and benefits pages.
  • Parental & Family Support — Program descriptions point to paid parental leave, backup childcare resources, and family supports such as birth/adoption benefits and an Autism Benefit (availability varies by unit and location). Dependent and elder‑care resources are also noted.

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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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