Corporate Strategy and Development Executive Assistant (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-01-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ

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 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 our Corporate Strategy & Development team (CS&D): 

The Corporate Strategy & Development team is responsible for driving the company’s long-term growth and value creation by shaping strategic priorities, evaluating new market opportunities and executing mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic transactions. CS&D reports directly to RTX’s CEO and the team serves as advisors to company leadership on the highest value issues and opportunities facing the company.  

We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the role of Administrative Assistant to support the CS&D Executive team. The position is onsite and based out of either RTX’s Arlington, VA or Farmington, CT office, reporting to the Chief of Staff.  The role includes supporting the Corporate Strategy & Development executive team along with the broader team as needed, including the EVP for Corporate Strategy & Development, on an as needed basis. This role is full-time and onsite..

What You Will Do

• Managing calendars – understanding priorities, scheduling meetings, resolving conflicts effectively and efficiently

• Scheduling all aspects of travel (domestic and international) – available off hours as needed

• Accurately processing expense reports with timely submission

• Processing invoices prior to due date

• Resourceful in getting answers to questions and communicating them effectively

• Preparing for meetings to include booking conference rooms, escorting visitors, printing materials, connecting Zoom calls, and organizing catering

• Maintaining team documents such as contact lists and org charts

• Assisting with other administrative tasks that may require learning new systems and processes

• Supporting senior leadership team members and meetings in the office as needed

• Working closely with the Executive Assistant to the EVP of Corporate Strategy & Development as a team to ensure team has everything it needs to operate smoothly

• Ability to travel outside of your work location as needed

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience.

• Experience supporting executives

• Experience with digital collaboration tools and video/virtual conferencing platforms

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) and Zoom

• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written

• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills

• Commitment to maintain confidentiality of all company sensitive information

Qualifications We Prefer

• Self-motivated team player with desire and drive to learn and grow

• Operate efficiently, learn, adapt quickly and anticipate needs

• Problem-solver with sound business judgment

• Excellent relationship building skills to collaborate effectively with all team members

• Ability to collaborate with other administrative professionals (for both internal and external customers)

• Forward thinker with proactive mindset and attention to detail

• Follows directions thoroughly through fruition

• Ability to participate in special projects, embrace and execute any and all other duties as required or assigned

• Ability to adjust to changing priorities, timelines, and schedules with little notice

Role Type: Ability to work onsite in Arlington, VA or Farmington, CT

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.

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 66,000 USD - 125,400 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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