Principle Specialist, HR Operations – Mergers & Acquisitions (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-03-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-FARMINGTON-0004 ~ 4 Farm Springs Rd ~ 4 FARM SPRINGS

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 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.

Principle Specialist, HR Operations – Mergers & Acquisitions

This dynamic and fast-paced role within Enterprise Services Business Solutions will be responsible for supporting leadership in analyzing and executing mergers, acquisitions, and divestiture priorities (MA&D) across RTX (including identifying implications for both HR and Payroll Business Solutions functions).

What You Will Do

• Support human capital and business services due diligence on areas such as compensation, benefits, compliance, HR technology, payroll, accounts payable, order to cash, etc. Identify risks, barriers and opportunities related to HR and Business Services operations.
• Assist in the translation of due diligence findings into actionable strategies for integration aligned with business goals.
• Assist and as acumen increases lead end-to-end functional integration at a detailed level, including HR systems, total rewards, talent acquisition, payroll, accounts payable, order to cash, etc. to align with future business needs.
• Support cross-functional and cross-business unit collaboration with effective project management to track progress, resolve highly complex issues, and influence business leaders. Interact with business leaders on confidential MA&D priorities and translate into actionable plans.
• Ensure legal compliance including payroll, accounting, benefits, labor laws, and HR systems.
• Travel up to 20%, or as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Minimum 6 months working M&A and/or Global project implementation and integration experience.
• Prior experience in HR operations, Finance, compliance, and workforce strategy within a multinational organization.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, HR, Strategy, and/ or Consulting
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, solve complex problems, lead through ambiguity and communicate effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Proficient in HR & Finance technology platforms, especially Workday & SAP. Working knowledgeable of HR & Finance best practices and compliance with state and federal employment laws, payroll, taxes, benefits, accounting, vendor contracts, and HR systems.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and administrative abilities.

Location

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
• 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.

What We Offer

Whether you’re 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.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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