Associate Director, Architect – Operations and Supply Chain: Supply

Company: RTX
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2025-12-23 Country: United States of America Location: UT55: Corp - Minnesota Remote Location, Remote City, MN, 55101 USA Position Role Type: Unspecified 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: None/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. This role will report to the Sr. Director of Enterprise Systems Digital Transformation, SIOP& SIOE and support the definition of the Enterprise Services “OneRTX” to-be future state vision for SIOP/SIOE Demand planning processes, and the corresponding digital enablement. The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services team: This Associate Director will lead the development of innovative, compliant IT digital architectures with a primary focus on Supply Chain and Operations Demand processes within the Product Lifecycle Services (PLS) and SIOP/SIOE domain. This role will shape IT solutions that span enterprise-level applications and business-specific capabilities across RTX’s three business units—Raytheon, Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace—and corporate functions. As a recognized technical leader, the candidate will help define and drive implementation support for the vision for enterprise architecture, establish technology standards, and deliver actionable strategies to support RTX’s business goals and synergy targets. This individual will be responsible for aligning IT solutions with business objectives, integrating emerging technologies, and guiding solutions architecture teams across the organization to deliver value-driven outcomes. The position requires strong communication and leadership skills, as the candidate will collaborate closely with senior functional leaders, internal partners, and external vendors. A deep understanding of RTX's structure, business units, functional organizations, and global business services is highly desirable. What You Will Do: Lead and Support the design and implementation of scalable IT solution architectures for Supply Chain processes within the Product Lifecycle Services (PLS) domain. Support SAP S/4, Kinaxis and Pelico Implementation projects, representing the demand planning processes, ensuring process handoffs, integration requirements and closed loop requirements are represented, designed, tested and supported. Act as a liaison for best practice digital enablement and execution, working as a change agent as well as an internal voice for the OneRTX vision. Influence, guide, and support delivery of the 1-, 3-, and 5-year architectural strategies and roadmaps that align with RTX’s business objectives, focusing on supply chain optimization and innovation enabling best practice Demand Planning processes. Partner with Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) and supply chain leaders to align business, functional, and program application technical roadmaps with enterprise goals. Integrate emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, and blockchain into the application architecture to create solutions that enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and resilience. Collaborate enterprise-wide to develop logical reference architectures, best practices, patterns, maturity models, and roadmaps for supply chain IT solutions. Guide communities of practice, socialize architectural strategies, and educate stakeholders on the effective use of application architecture efforts and best practices. Ensure solutions are compliant with RTX IT policies and industry standards while minimizing complexity and maximizing scalability. Provide mentorship and thought leadership to the architecture community and IT teams across the organization. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Enterprise Architecture, Computer Science, Supply Chain or a related field with at least 12 years of experience in information technology, Supply chain systems architecture, supply chain systems design, supply chain systems implementation, and/or systems engineering or a Master's degree with 10 years of related experience. Proven track record in developing, delivering, and supporting enterprise-scale applications, specifically in supply chain environments. Expertise in architecture frameworks and methods (e.g. SAP ECC / S4, APS Solutions like Kinaxis / O9 / Blue Yonder, etc); certifications are highly advantageous. (Ex: IBF-CPF, APICS/ASCM) or solution specific certifications and/or badges) Experience in designing or implementing cloud-native solutions with a strong understanding of supply chain IT systems and tools, including ERP platforms (e.g., SAP), supply chain management tools, and data integration platforms. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements Qualifications We Prefer: Direct experience working with RTX business units, functional organizations, or enterprise services with knowledge of advanced technologies and their application in supply chain scenarios, such as predictive analytics, digital twins, and robotic process automation (RPA). Direct experience with Kinaxis, Pelico, SAP ECC or S/4, Experience leading large-scale enterprise architecture initiatives with a focus on supply chain transformation and must be highly self-motivated, directed, and change oriented Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to debate, dialogue, negotiate, influence and work with others collaboratively, constructively, and with respect Architecture certifications (e.g. RTX Certified Architect - RCAP, TOGAF, Zachman) and ITIL Certification Experience with / understanding Supply Chain Management and Project Management Experience & Certification (e.g. PMP) Location: This position is Remote. 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 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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