Associate Director, Government Relations (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-11-12

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:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's 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 is looking for a talented Government Relations, Federal Affairs, Defense Lobbyist to join our Global Government Relations team in Arlington, VA.

This position will lead a service-account focused federal government relations lobbying portfolio for all three RTX businesses (Collins, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon).  This lobbyist will foster relationships with U.S. government (Executive and Legislative Branches) and internal RTX business leaders while raising the RTX profile. This lobbyist will develop overall RTX government relations strategy, with an emphasis on the assigned service/capability portfolio across all three business areas, as well as promote and oversee RTX service legislative priorities to the Armed Services Committees of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.  

What You Will Do:

• Lead service/capability related Authorizations government relations efforts throughout the U.S. by identifying and supporting policymaking opportunities and funding opportunities that advance the objectives and successful execution of the service/capability programs of all three business units. Develop and implement a comprehensive government relations strategy with respect to the portfolio to successfully achieve RTX legislative priorities particularly related to (but not limited to) the Armed Services Committees of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• Advise the Presidents of the three RTX business units and other senior business leaders on all federal legislative matters that may affect the successful execution and funding of their programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key U.S. government customers/officials to identify opportunities of aligned interest, shape requirements & influence laws and regulations in support of all RTX related products and services.
• Collaborate with the Authorization Team Lead to enhance RTX’s presence in Washington, DC with respect to assigned programs to create a national platform on which these programs positions, needs, and priorities can be articulated.
• Provide insight, guidance and support to RTX program managers, their direct reports, the Senior Vice President for Global Government Relations and key company leaders on program standing on budgetary, legislative and regulatory matters being considered by Members of Congress, their staffs, and the Armed Services Committees of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• Coordinate and integrate Authorization legislative affairs activities with all other lobbying activities across Global Government Relations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business functions and work proactively to keep them well-informed about political, legislative, and regulatory developments impacting their programs.
• Coordinate internally with the Authorization Team Lead and the Manager of RTXPAC to develop a strategy and attend events in support the company’s political action committee.
• Represent RTX interests on Capitol Hill at hearings, help prepare company leaders for Hill testimony when required, and provide briefings to Members of Congress, their staff and key Congressional committee professional staff on RTX programs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience working with Members of Congress and their staff, and committees (RTX considers several factors when extending an offer and determining grade including years of experience and advanced degrees).
• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Demonstrated knowledge of defense legislative processes and associated funding mechanisms such as the annual appropriations bills and the National Defense Authorization Act.
• Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of U.S. military concepts, programs and terminology
• Previous experience working on Capitol Hill, especially on the annual defense bills.
• Demonstrated capacity to operate independently across a highly-matrixed organization, with strong research, writing and communication skills.

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! 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Position role type is on-site in the Arlington, VA office.

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 172,900 USD - 328,700 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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