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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, Transportation Network Design and Strategy (Remote) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $157,200.0 - $298,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Network Planning and Design, Network Simulation - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-TN-REMOTE/Associate-Director--Transportation-Network-Design-and-Strategy--Remote-_01855853-1 ## About the Role * Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience. * 10+ years of experience in transportation, transportation provider management, or related roles within the aerospace or manufacturing industry., * Logistics modeling - including transportation and warehouse network design, mode as well as usage optimization * Project management, Change management, & Transition management * Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and distribution/warehouse modeling tools * Industrial Engineering and Scenario Planning in supply chain environments * Finance / developing business cases * Regional/geopolitical experience and sustainability * Regulatory & global trade compliance * Practical transportation management experience ## Description We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, changing environment. This transportation strategy specialist will play a critical role in optimizing our transportation networks across the globe. This position will focus on developing and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and performance of our transportation network. As Associate Director of Transportation Network Design and Strategy, you will lead the strategic vision and continuous optimization of our end-to-end transportation network. You will bridge the gap between long-term corporate strategy and daily logistics execution, leveraging advanced data modeling, network design software, and collaborate with third parties and RTX businesses to build a highly resilient, cost-effective, and scalable transportation ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics, data analysis, and transportation network design and execution, and will be adept at developing solutions that align with our business goals. What You Will Do: * Strategic Network Design: Lead the design and continuous refinement of the corporate transportation network (including inbound, interplant, and outbound shipping lanes). Evaluate node locations, modal mix (e.g., HWA, Truckload, Less-Than-Truckload, Parcel), and carrier allocation and service level strategies. * Advanced Modeling & Analytics: Collaborate with the RTX data teams and supporting functions to progress toward the transportation digital twin and network simulation tools. Lead continuous "what-if" scenario planning to mitigate supply chain disruptions, adapt to shifts in customer demand, and model the impact of fuel fluctuations or infrastructure changes. * Freight Cost & Service Optimization: Identify and execute strategic initiatives to reduce total landed costs while meeting or exceeding strict delivery Service Level Agreements (SLAs). * Project Management: Provide structured project management support for enterprise-level logistics projects focused on cross-business transportation optimization, driving efficiency through best practices and advanced technologies from third-party logistics providers. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive alignment and collaboration across OneRTX Logistics workstreams-including Strategic Sourcing, Data & Systems Design, Network Design, and Business Logistics teams-throughout all phases of project planning and execution. * Stakeholder Alignment: Bring together internal teams and external partners to ensure cohesive execution of logistics programs and deliver measurable results. * Transportation Network Design: Lead and support the ideation, modeling, and design of transportation network solutions in partnership with logistics engineering. * Execution: Guide initiatives from concept through implementation to achieve savings and performance improvements. * Performance Management: Strengthen logistics provider relationships through structured performance management, fostering collaboration and shared success. * Financial Modeling: Develop robust project and program cost models that enable fact-based financial management, including evaluation of savings, required investments, and return on investment. * Financial Estimates & Business Cases: Prepare financial estimates and complete business cases to support proposed logistics strategies and operational improvements. * Execution Playbook Development: Design and operationalize decision-making playbooks for logistics transitions, new operations start-ups, and major project, 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. 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