Date Posted:

2026-05-12

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 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.

The Director, Saudi Arabia and Gulf Region, Global Government Relations will be responsible for leading and managing government relations, political activities, and advocacy with Saudi Arabia and other regional countries as required in support of RTX business requirements. This role seeks to position our company as a trusted and capable partner to enable favorable outcomes for RTX’s three businesses -- Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

As a Senior GGR leader based in the Middle East region you will be responsible for developing, cultivating, and managing relationships at the highest levels of government in Saudi Arabia, other countries in the region and USG entities based in these countries on behalf of RTX.

Key Skills for Success

• Extensive network among Saudi and regional authorities.
• Experience living in the region.

You will report to RTX GGR and will direct an RTX enterprise approach across all business objectives in Kingdom.

This accompanied role will be based in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on a long-term assignment with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with potential extensions.

Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignments including comprehensive post-offer medical examination.   

What You Will Do

• Partners with the business units and Corporate Strategy on implementation of an enterprise strategy for Saudi Arabia.
• Maintains awareness of program execution with in-country customers, facilitates cross-RTX awareness of the same and engages with respective business units and corporate functions to resolve issues to ensure customer needs are being met.
• Drives enterprise engagement with and participation in industry and government committees, councils, and studies.
• Leads country council comprised of the company business units with the corporate functions to build a One RTX narrative with government stakeholders and partners.
• Oversee RTX efforts to achieve legal and regulatory objectives for commercial aviation, air traffic control, coproduction, human resources, investment, trade, environmental and other issues in regional countries.
• Represents the company in high-level forums, strategic dialogues, and policy engagements in Saudi Arabia and across the Gulf Cooperation Council, as needed.
• Leads organizational capability and RTX brand in-country, coordinating an enterprise approach across all in-country pursuits to drive maximized enterprise growth.
• Collects, analyzes, disseminates, and implements customer and partner insights and competitive intelligence with the business units and corporate functions as appropriate.
• Provides insight into senior leaders and other important stakeholders within the company. Acts as trusted advisor and facilitator internally to achieve growth objectives.
• Acts as independent feedback channel regarding program execution and other matters.
• Works with the business units and Corporate Communications to define and support public relations efforts in support of enterprise business objectives for KSA and for the region.
• Provide a focal point for data gathering and information sharing across the business units and corporate functions in KSA to assist each operation in leveraging the company’s combined know-how and relationships.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 14+ years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 12+ years’ experience.
• Progressive experience in international business and leadership roles in the defense industry and/or the U.S. Government.
• Background as a former senior military officer, foreign service officer or civil servant with direct experience in senior roles in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Region.
• Experience working Middle Eastern policy and/or U.S. Government regulatory issues.
• Experience and/or strong familiarity with both the defense and commercial aerospace sectors to support our balanced portfolio of defense and commercial products and services.
• Direct knowledge of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) customers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of US policies regarding trade with KSA and surrounding countries.
• Demonstrated knowledge of geopolitical environment in the Middle East region and demonstrates cultural understanding of each country within the region and between countries in the region.
• Currently have or can rapidly develop excellent working relationships with senior military and government leaders, as well as U.S. embassy country team, and regional industry executives in other companies.
• 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

• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited university in engineering, international business, international relations, or equivalent.
• Intermediate-level or above reading and speaking ability in Arabic.
• Collaborative, team player working across government relations, business, and other corporate functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: self-starter with the ability to manage a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.
• Excellent writer and strategic thinker who can translate complex issues to both company leadership and outside government stakeholders.
• Gravitas and credibility in multinational settings.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a bias for action.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Clearance Information: This position requires security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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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 204,800 USD - 389,200 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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