Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist

Date Posted:

2026-03-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-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 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.

As a Talent Acquisition Recruiter, you will lead high-volume recruitment efforts by developing and executing targeted strategies to source, attract, and hire top talent in a fast-paced environment.  You will manage the full recruitment life cycle ensuring timely and efficient hiring while maintaining a strong candidate experience.

The successful candidate has business and HR acumen to ensure quality, timeliness, consistency and efficiency of hiring while maintaining compliance. As part of the Human Resources function, this position works closely with Total Rewards, Human Resources, and hiring manager partners to achieve results.

What You Will Do

• Be accountable for full life cycle recruiting, ensuring that all steps in the Talent Acquisition process are compliant with Raytheon and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program (OFCCP) regulations
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and align recruitment strategies accordingly
• Source, screen, and select qualified candidates through a variety of channels
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders including Labor Relations, HR, and Total Rewards to ensure compliance and alignment
• Ensure clear communication and follow-through to deliver consistent, high-quality hiring experience for candidates and hiring teams
• Leverage data and insights to continuously improve recruitment outcomes and processes

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 3 years prior relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years of recruiting experience
• Experience with full life cycle recruitment in a Department of Defense (DOD) environment
• Experience with the Workday Recruiting platform
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data systems

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience recruiting for high-volume roles, consistently managing 100+ hires annually, including positions within unionized and bargaining unit environments
• Experience recruiting for engineering talent with security clearances
• Demonstrated relationship building, client management and influencing skills
• Passion for the candidate experience and representing the RTX brand throughout the talent lifecycle
• Understanding of employment law principles and DOD compliance regulations

What We Offer

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

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

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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