Manager, Competitive Intelligence & AI Analysis at RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Padasjoki, Päijät-Häme, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

204500.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Competitive Intelligence, AI Analysis, Market Research, Customer Assessment, Competitor Analysis, Win/Loss Analysis, Data Synthesis, Cross-Functional Leadership, Business Development, Capture Management, Price-to-Win, Strategic Recommendations, Analytical Rigor, Emerging Insights, DoD Acquisition, Generative AI

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Date Posted: 2026-01-25 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote 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 The Mission Systems Competitive Intelligence (CI) / AI Analyst delivers critical insights that shape strategic business outcomes by conducting primary and secondary research, gathering and analyzing intelligence, and providing market, customer, and competitor analyses. In this role, you will develop actionable recommendations to support high-stakes campaigns and pursuits. You will create and execute CI plans, perform customer and competitor assessments, conduct win/loss analyses, and deliver recommendations that directly inform bid strategies and increase the probability of winning new business. By synthesizing complex data into clear, impactful analysis, you will guide leadership decision-making across multiple technology domains and market areas. This role requires creativity and initiative in applying CI tools, methodologies, and best practices, along with the ability to navigate ambiguity and structure complex challenges. As a key partner to Business Development, Capture Managers, and Price-to-Win analysts, you will collaborate to develop and execute strategies for major pursuits. You will also ensure CI insights are effectively captured, cataloged, and leveraged for future initiatives, driving continuous improvement across the enterprise. Additionally, this role has a unique focus in helping to advance AI usage, adoption and application throughout the BD organization. You would serve as a key thought leader as the company explores opportunities to greater leverage AI for areas such as new business opportunity assessments, competitive analysis, Price-to-Win (PTW), win strategy, and proposal support. Success in this role requires strong analytical rigor, cross-functional leadership, and a commitment to delivering actionable intelligence that strengthens the company’s competitive position. **This is a remote role with a preference that this individual is in proximity to Cedar Rapids, IA, or Richardson, TX. ** What You Will Do Cultivate, implement, and continuously improve Competitive Intelligence (CI) best practices across the enterprise Independently source, analyze, and synthesize market, customer, competitor, technology, and pricing intelligence into actionable insights Identify, leverage and enable adoption of AI capabilities throughout the BD organization to increase our competitive analysis and win strategy efforts. Develop and maintain CI databases, tools, and processes to ensure intelligence is captured, reusable, and broadly applicable to strategic initiatives and captures Partner with Business Development leaders and Capture Managers to develop and execute integrated CI plans for priority pursuits Conduct independent CI assessments and respond to ad hoc leadership requests to inform bid strategies and competitive positioning Lead and facilitate Competitive Positioning and Black Hat reviews to assess competitive advantage and shape win strategies Support Price-to-Win (PTW) analysts by estimating competitor offerings, solutions, and pricing approaches Brief senior leadership and key stakeholders on CI findings, risks, and strategic recommendations Lead post-submittal and post-award win/loss analyses to assess accuracy, identify root causes, and capture lessons learned Leverage internal and external intelligence networks, including participation in key tradeshows and industry events, to identify emerging competitive insights Travel up to 25% Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience Experience supporting capture, campaign, or strategic growth activities within the U.S. Aerospace & Defense industry, including exposure to major industry competitors and market dynamics Experience leading or coordinating cross-functional teams or workstreams in support of captures, campaigns, or strategic initiatives, including driving inputs and deliverables across organizations Experience developing and delivering briefings, analyses, or recommendations to senior leaders or decision-makers Experience producing competitive intelligence or market–related analyses and deliverables (e.g., customer or competitor assessments, pricing or solution estimates, win/loss analyses) used to inform business or bid decisions Qualifications We Prefer Active DoD Secret clearance or higher Business experience using AI technology and applications related to areas such as competitive intelligence, opportunity evaluation, strategy, or proposal development. Experience with relevant Generative AI capabilities and tool sets Experience participating in or facilitating structured competitive or capture-related reviews (e.g., Competitive Positioning, Black Hat, Blue Team, or similar forums) Experience supporting or leading Competitive Intelligence efforts for large or complex pursuits, including programs valued at $50M or greater Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense acquisition environments, including DoD, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS), and related RFI/RFP processes Experience developing strategic, market level analysis within the US Aerospace & Defense Industry and knowledge of major DoD programs and platforms Experience working with non-traditional contractors and commercial companies What We Offer Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program And more! Learn More & Apply Now! Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. *Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering critical insights through research and analysis to shape strategic business outcomes. Responsibilities include developing CI plans, conducting assessments, and providing recommendations to inform bid strategies.