[Hiring] Associate Director, Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) – Program Manager @RTX

Role Description

The following position is to join RTX:

Associate Director, OLDP – Program Manager | Operations Leadership Development Program

What You Will Do:

• Program Delivery & Operations:
  • Lead the day-to-day management and operational delivery of the Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP), supporting 140+ associates across RTX businesses.
  • Execute program processes including rotation scheduling, onboarding, learning events, performance management coordination, and off-placement into full-time roles.
  • Ensure a consistent and high-quality experience for participants across rotational assignments and program milestones.
• Functional Learning & Development:
  • Own the design and delivery of functional learning experiences aligned to Operations capability needs.
  • Partner with functional leaders and subject matter experts to develop and deliver training that strengthens participants’ technical and operational capabilities.
  • Ensure functional learning complements the enterprise leadership development curriculum established by RTX Learning & Development.
• Enterprise Alignment & Governance:
  • Partner closely with the RTX Learning & Development team, which defines the enterprise leadership development framework and common program elements across rotational programs.
  • Execute leadership development programming and shared program components in alignment with enterprise standards and governance.
  • Contribute insights and recommendations to support the ongoing evolution of rotational programs within the broader L&D ecosystem.
• Rotational Experience & Talent Development:
  • Oversee the design and coordination of rotational assignments across RTX businesses to ensure meaningful development opportunities and exposure to key operational capabilities.
  • Monitor the quality and developmental rigor of assignments through ongoing engagement with associates and assignment managers.
  • Provide coaching and developmental guidance to program participants throughout their rotations.
• Talent Pipeline & Recruiting:
  • Partner with RTX Talent Acquisition and University Relations teams to attract and hire top early-career talent from target universities and programs.
  • Maintain relationships with key university partners and represent RTX and the OLDP at recruiting events and campus engagements.
• Stakeholder Partnership:
  • Collaborate with Operations leaders, HR Business Partners, and assignment managers to ensure rotational assignments align with business priorities and workforce capability needs.
  • Communicate program updates, participant progress, and outcomes to key stakeholders.
• Program Analytics & Continuous Improvement:
  • Track and analyze program metrics including participant performance, retention, placement outcomes, and leadership pipeline impact.
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen program operations, functional learning, and the overall participant experience.
  • Support the ongoing evolution of rotational programs as RTX continues to mature its enterprise leadership development ecosystem.

Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience.
• Prior experience managing complex programs, initiatives, or operations involving multiple stakeholders.
• Prior program and project management skills with the ability to coordinate work across organizations.
• Experience in talent development, leadership development, campus programs, or workforce initiatives.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for developing campus talent and building leadership pipelines.
• Experience in Operations or Supply Chain environments.
• Prior leadership experience in a leadership development or rotational program.
• Experience working in a large, complex, matrixed organization.
• Familiarity with workforce planning, talent development strategy, or leadership pipeline programs.

Benefits

• Robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Parental (including paternal) leave.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Achievement awards.
• Educational assistance.
• Child/adult backup care.