Associate Director, International Total Rewards

Location: US-MA-REMOTE

 Position Role Type: Remote

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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.  Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Associate Director, International Total Rewards is responsible for leading the implementation, administration, and governance of RTX compensation, benefits, mobility, and total rewards programs across the Raytheon’s international locations. This role serves as the primary Total Rewards expert outside the United States and leads a team of total rewards managers to ensure consistent program delivery, compliance, and operational excellence across EMEA and APAC, and other global regions. The position requires strong leadership, the ability to influence in a matrixed environment, and expertise in harmonizing policies and practices across diverse countries while maintaining alignment with RTX Total Rewards governance. Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop a team of three international compensation managers, ensuring strong technical capability, effective workload management, and high-quality delivery. Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability across the team, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Provide subject matter expertise and escalation support for complex compensation cases, salary recommendations, job evaluations, and market data interpretation. Oversee the team's execution of compensation cycles, benchmarking activities, and analytical deliverables to ensure accuracy and alignment with Raytheon expectations. Program Implementation & Administration Implement and administer RTX compensation, benefits, and mobility programs across all non-U.S. locations. Manage annual compensation cycles, including merit planning, incentive administration, market pricing, mobility allowances, and job evaluations. Collaborate with Corporate Total Rewards Centers of Excellence to ensure program alignment and escalate issues requiring policy interpretation. Partner with Payroll, HR Operations, and local HR teams to resolve cross-functional compensation, mobility, and benefits issues. Policy, Process & Practice Harmonization Lead efforts to harmonize total rewards policies, processes, tools, and practices across countries to improve consistency and reduce operational variation. Assess regional deviations and align local practices with enterprise governance and statutory requirements. Develop and implement standardized workflows, documentation, and governance processes across international locations. Stakeholder Partnership & Consulting Serve as the primary advisor to HR Business Partners, regional HR leaders, and business leadership regarding compensation and mobility administration. Support leaders and HR teams with data-driven insights, providing clear recommendations based on market analysis and business needs. Communicate