Associate Director & Counsel
Date Posted: 2026-10-22 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC Position Role Type: Remote 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 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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an exciting remote opportunity for an Associate Director & Counsel, Fighter & Mobility Programs to join our team! What You Will Do: Join our team as a Legal Advisor supporting Pratt & Whitney’s Fighter & Mobility Programs. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact in support of platforms used by the United States and allies around the world, including the F-15, F-16, KC-46, and C-17. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to address complex legal matters. Key responsibilities include: Serve as principal legal advisor to the Fighter & Mobility executive leadership team, Program Management Office (PMO), and support functions (e.g., Contracts, Finance) on all legal issues related to the engine programs within the Fighter & Mobility portfolio. Negotiate contracts, subcontracts, industrial participation agreements, and other agreements with the U.S. Government, foreign governments, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Serve as primary legal advisor for all legal and corporate governance issues relating to numerous of Pratt & Whitney's international sites and entities. Lead the resolution of disputes arising from or related to Fighter & Mobility engine programs. Collaborate with the attorneys for other Pratt & Whitney program areas (e.g., Military Development Programs) and functional areas (e.g., Global Trade, Intellectual Property, etc.) to ensure coordinated, seamless support for the Fighter & Mobility programs. Support in-person events and/or classified engagements, which may require occasional travel to Pratt & Whitney locations.
Qualifications
You Must Have: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degre e and 10+ years of legal and contracts experience , including experience with government contracting (FAR/DFARS). The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications
We Prefer: Experience directly supporting internal clients and external stakeholders with minimal supervision. In-house legal experience or experience working with U.S. Government agencies. Experience contracting with foreign (non-U.S.) government agencies. Learn More & Apply Now: Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms