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• Serve as the Communications lead for the Pratt & Whitney Mature Commercial Engines business as a member of the leadership team supporting the vice president Mature Commercial Engines.
• Develop and lead the integrated, Mature Commercial Engines (MCE) communications strategy.
• Support the integrated communications strategy for the GTF and next generation GTF engines, developing near‑term and longer‑term communications plans.
• Help drive business results through a world‑class communications strategy that successfully positions Pratt & Whitney’s MCE portfolio.
• In collaboration with the CE MCE team, develop compelling narratives, messaging, and proof points for Pratt & Whitney’s mature commercial engines – including the IAE V2500, the Engine Alliance GP7000 and the PW2000 and PW4000 engines, keeping both internal and external audiences in mind.
• Lead the deployment of these messages via our communication channels with a 360 degree approach.
• Build and advance relationships with our global communications industry counterparts, especially at airframers, partners and airline customers.
• Attend MCE leadership team meetings, providing communications counsel and support on strategic positioning, external presentations, speeches and talking points.
• Serve as the MCE interface with the Communications function, providing relevant business updates.
• Work with the CE communications team to support the development and delivery of the GTF and next generation GTF communications strategy, including messages and a compelling multi‑channel positioning plan to shape the market.
• Partner with the Media Relations COE to achieve positive press coverage by leveraging relevant milestones and initiatives and build/advance relations with key media.
• Plan media interviews and evaluate and report on the resulting coverage.
• Prepare and secure approval for media statements/Q&A and talking points in around in‑service events and technical and business issues.
• Partner with the Brand Reputation COE to develop and deliver content, messages, creative assets, and events which generate strong engagement with key audiences.
• Partner with the Internal Communications COE to build employee awareness, alignment, and engagement in support of company objectives.
• Help develop intranet stories and talking points for internal events, such as leadership town halls.
• Track communications strategy progress, measuring and reporting out on results, including for the weekly reports and for presentations at communications and business meetings.
• Co‑lead the CE integrated communications team meetings, regularly chairing the weekly meetings and designing and leading the agenda.
• Coordinate with international communications colleagues to support the growth and reputation of the commercial engines global MRO network.
• Manage crisis communications, in partnership with the Public Relations team, for the aftermarket operations business and support crisis communications for the wider commercial engines fleet.

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum 7 years of experience; or in the absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English, public relations, or a related field.
• MBA or MS in business management or communications (preferred).
• Strategic thinker and proven leader with strong interpersonal, influencing, and teaming skills, excelling in matrixed organizations.
• Strong project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail, capable of thriving in fast‑paced environments with tight deadlines.
• Proven track record of delivering successful communications campaigns for global engineering/manufacturing organizations, preferably in aerospace or related industries.
• Expertise in traditional and non‑traditional communication platforms, including print, electronic, social media, video, and industry events.
• Excellent written, oral, and electronic communication skills, with experience in virtual environments.

• MBA or MS in Business Management or Communications.
• Ability to excel in fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strategic thinker and self‑starter.
• Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and a 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, and 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.
• And more!

Hybrid – East Hartford, CT is the preferred location. Candidates located near an RTX hub will also be considered.

Salary range: $132,400 – $251,600 USD. Compensation may include annual short‑term or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level and coverage by collective‑bargaining agreement.

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.