Director, Investments, RTX Ventures (Remote)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-FARMINGTON-0010 10 Farm Springs Rd 10 FARM SPRINGS

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses Collins Aerospace Systems Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Its 185000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics electric propulsion directed energy hypersonics avionics and cybersecurity. The company formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses is headquartered in Arlington VA.

The following position is to join RTX Corporate:

RTX Ventures is our corporate venture capital organization that is responsible for identifying relevant transformational technologies and making strategic equity investments in early-stage and start-up companies that will help RTX continue to innovate and accelerate the future of aerospace and defense technology. As the Director Investments you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative organizations and diverse people around the world. You will drive exploration identification diligence and execution of investment opportunities in support of RTX strategic and technology roadmaps. The role will collaborate closely with RTX Ventures colleagues external advisors and internal RTX executive leadership to identify transformative technologies define segments of interest build investment pipelines and present opportunities to leadership. The role will report directly to the Managing Director and will work collaboratively with the RTX Ventures team to drive the full life cycle and success of our portfolio.

What You Will Do

• Build and cultivate relationships in the start-up technology and venture capital communities (traditional VCs universities and accelerator/incubators etc.) to lead deal sourcing and attract co-investment
• Engage in the entire investment process as needed including mapping investment trends developing investment themes building sourcing and maintaining a pipeline of relevant investment opportunities conducting due diligence and valuation analysis pitching deals to the RTX Ventures steering committee and closing deals
• Scout and screen a high volume of promising investment opportunities for in-depth evaluation
• Lead all aspects of diligence including business and technical diligence through collaboration with colleagues and subject matter experts across the organization
• Develop creative and highly tailored deal structures and processes that result in optimal solutions for unique project objectives
• Establish productive working relationships with relevant corporate and business unit functions at RTX (Technology Strategy Finance Legal Digital) who might collaborate on and contribute to key venture investments
• Represent RTX Ventures on board and/or board observer seats

Qualifications You May Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience.
• At least ten (10) years of early-stage Corporate Venture Capital / Venture Capital investment experience in a private public or government environment
• At least four (4) years of of entrepreneurial business management strategy consulting investment banking and/or business development experience
• Demonstrated experience as a board member or observer in VC backed companies
• Demonstrated results driving outcomes through productive relationships with start-up companies VC firms incubators and universities
• Significant transaction and negotiation experience preferred VC M&A joint ventures minority investments partnerships etc.
• Deep knowledge of valuation techniques financial modeling VC deal terms and structures
• Ability to quickly comprehend new technologies and assess compatibility with existing business capabilities

Qualifications We Prefer

• MBA and/or Advanced Technology degree
• Proven track record to succeed in a faced-paced dynamic ever-changing environment
• Collaborative attitude and highly adaptable style with a team-first approach
• Ability to quickly build credibility rapport and trust from others
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills
• Proven ability to listen negotiate influence and persuade others
• Creativity and strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills (prioritization critical thinking hypothesis creation etc.)
• Preferred background or expertise in science technology engineering domains
• Preferred experience in aerospace and defense industrial and/or deep tech domains

What We Offer

Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare wellness retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave flexible work schedules achievement awards educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Learn More & Apply Now!
Location: This position is remote. However the successful candidate must live within the United States.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:
Remote: This position is currently designated as remote. Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).The employee may be expected to travel to RTX hubs as needed.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 186200 USD - 353800 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 candidates 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 companys 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