Associate Director, Logistics Systems Architecture (Remote)

Date Posted:

2024-09-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RMA99: RTN Remote, Massachusetts

Position Role Type:

Remote

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.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services:

Role Overview:

We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, changing environment. As Associate Director, Logistics Systems Architecture will play a pivotal role in the design implementation and management of architecture systems. This position works in close coordination with Digital Technology, managing projects from conception to post-implementation, and ensuring the standardization and optimization of the process.

What You Will Do:

• Logistics System Architecture: Design and implementation of logistics systems architecture, including Transportation Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and data warehouse infrastructure, coordinating with Enterprise Services.

• Manage project scope, business case development, external market analysis, and risk assessments throughout the system implementation lifecycle.

• Lead the technology selection processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future scalability requirements.

• Project management: Determine project scope and requirements in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop comprehensive business cases to justify project investments. Conduct external market analyses to inform project direction and technology selection.

• Technology selection and implementation: Evaluate and select appropriate technologies to meet project requirements. Oversee the implementation of chosen technologies, ensuring they meet project specifications and performance standards.

• Process design and standardization: Design and standardize processes to ensure system efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and implement best practices for system design and operation.

• Project execution and governance: Project execution, ensuring timely and within budget delivery. Establish and maintain post-implementation governance to ensure integrity and performance.

• Data collection and utilization: Ensure appropriate data collection mechanisms are in place for system monitoring and evaluation. Utilize collected data to optimize system performance to inform future project decisions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Business Administration or related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 12 years of experience in supply chain system architecture, project management, and data analytics within the aerospace and defense or manufacturing industry, or minimum 10 years with an advanced degree.

• Proven track record of successfully leading complex system implementation projects, from conception to post-implementation governance.

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

• ​Demonstrated ability to communicate at all levels of an organization, as well as the ability to manage cross-functional / cross-business unit teams

Qualifications We Prefer:

The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in:

• SAP Logistics Execution

• Project management and change management

• Databases and Continuous Improvement

• Supplier Relationship management and Supplier development

• Finance / developing business cases

• Regional/geopolitical experience and sustainability

• Regulatory and ITC compliance

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.

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Minimum Program Qualifications:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full time or part time position

The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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