Director, Infrastructure Partnerships Strategy

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Date Posted: 2026-08-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-FARMINGTON-0004 ~ 4 Farm Springs Rd ~ 4 FARM SPRINGS 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 information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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 RTX Corporate Enterprise Services Team: In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to digital infrastructure service owners across RTX to support development and execution of our long‑term infrastructure strategy. The role focuses on supporting enterprise decision-making across cloud, data center, network, and edge services by aligning supplier capabilities with RTX’s future-state architecture. A successful candidate brings extensive consulting experience on infrastructure technologies, both Cloud and on‑prem as well as network services, mobility solutions, and modern infrastructure operating models. A strong understanding of how supplier ecosystems support scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure, is essential. You will leverage your strategic consulting experience in negotiations with suppliers to ensure RTX infrastructure roadmaps are supported by cost optimized, robust, high-performing capabilities. Candidates in the locations listed are preferred but we are considering candidates near other RTX locations: Arizona - Tuscon Connecticut - Farmington Massachusetts - Andover Texas - DFW Iowa - Cedar Rapids Florida - West Palm Georgia - Atlanta Minneapolis Arlington, VA What You Will Do: Leverage strategic consulting experience to assist infrastructure service owners in defining and advancing enterprise infrastructure strategy and multi‑year roadmaps Strategic planning for supplier roadmap which includes cost out, new technology introduction, AI, operational simplification Evaluate emerging technology trends and translate them into actionable recommendations for cloud, data center, network, and security service domains Shape strategic supplier engagement models that support RTX’s technical, operational, and financial objectives Guide key supplier relationships (e.g., Azure, AWS, Cisco, Dell, HPE, Oracle, Palo Alto, Zscaler, AT&T, Verizon) to ensure alignment with RTX’s long-term infrastructure vision Lead high‑impact negotiations ensuring supplier capabilities, contracts, and performance commitments align with planned infrastructure initiatives Provide executive‑level analysis, business case development, and financial modeling to support investment decisions Collaborate with architecture, cyber, engineering, legal, finance, and global trade to ensure infrastructure strategies and supplier engagements reflect RTX priorities and compliance requirements Oversee supplier performance, governance routines, and risk assessments with a focus on reliability, resilience, and innovation Assess market shifts, regulatory impacts, and competitive intelligence to inform future-state infrastructure planning Coordinate portfolio‑level strategies that optimize infrastructure cost, performance, and operational outcomes across RTX business units Qualifications You Must Have: University Degree and a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience Extensive infrastructure strategy consulting experience with Fortune 500 companies Advising on cloud modernization, data center transformation, network strategy, and hybrid/edge architectures Demonstrated ability to assess complex infrastructure environments, develop actionable multi‑year strategies, and guide executive‑level decision-making Experience leading or supporting large-scale infrastructure organizations or modernization programs Analytical and strategic problem‑solving skills, with experience developing business cases and presenting technical and financial recommendations to leadership Communication and relationship-building skills with proven success influencing across matrixed enterprises Qualifications We Prefer: Active US Security Clearance is preferred but not required 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! Location/Type: Hybrid Candidates located in the locations below are preferred. 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. Preferred Locations: Arizona - Tuscon Connecticut - Farmington Massachusetts - Andover Texas - DFW Iowa - Cedar Rapids Florida - West Palm Georgia - Atlanta Minnesotta-Minneapolis Virginia-Arlington (Washington, DC) 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. 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