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Associate Director, Warehouse Design and Strategy (Remote)

RTX Collins Aerospace · US-FL-REMOTE · Remote available · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a warehouse network or facility you designed. What was the problem and the result?

What they are checking: Whether they have led warehouse design work at a scale that matches this role.

Tell me about a time a warehouse project went over budget or late. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes and improve how they plan and run projects.

This role is remote. How do you lead a design effort across sites you cannot visit often?

What they are checking: Whether they can drive results through clear plans and strong relationships.

What would you do

How would you build a warehouse strategy that fits several business units?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance shared design standards with different site needs.

How do you get site leaders to support a new design they did not create?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead change through influence and involve people early.

About the work

How do you decide between automation and manual processes in a warehouse?

What they are checking: Whether they can build a business case based on volume, cost and flexibility.

What data do you need before you design a new warehouse layout?

What they are checking: Whether they start from order profiles, SKU velocity and growth, not just floor space.

Aerospace parts include high-value and controlled items. How does that change your design?

What they are checking: Whether they account for security, traceability and export control in the layout.

How do you work with IT on a warehouse management system?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how WMS choices shape warehouse design and operations.

What metrics would you use to show a new warehouse design is working?

What they are checking: Whether they define success in terms of cost, accuracy, speed and safety.

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The full job description

As published by RTX Collins Aerospace.

Date Posted: 2026-10-01

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-FL-REMOTE

 Position Role Type: Remote

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's 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 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. In this high-impact role, you will design, engineer and optimize the distribution center sites, ensuring sites are capable of supporting demand, throughput, storage and service requirements. You will design and in conjunction with business owners execute warehouse automation initiatives and not only be the subject matter expert for distribution automation solutions with our third-party providers but also drive innovative solutions on the warehouse floor. What You Will Do • Create standards for automation solutions servicing storage, throughput and layout governance. • Perform facility capacity modeling and flow simulations. • Design slotting, pick-path, racking, and storage solutions – in conjunction with third party warehouse operators as well as supporting insource sites. • Evaluate emerging logistics technologies and automation options (AS/RS, AMRs, conveyors, goods-to-person) and assess their applicability to RTX’s operations. • Develop and implement a comprehensive technology and automation plan for distribution sites. • Collaborate with the RTX systems and data teams to integrate best practices into the WMS and S4 designs as part of the RTX Logistics operating system transformation. • Support network design models by building DC expansion, relocation, and consolidation plans Partner with Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Real Estate, and business operations teams. • Develop capital investment proposals and ROI analysis. • Influence and drive change across multiple businesses, functions and geographies. • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of logistics and sourcing professionals across multiple business units. • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Serve as a key liaison between logistics, supply chain, finance, and executive leadership. Qualifications You Must Have • 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 warehousing planning and operation, automation selection and implementation, logistics integrator or related roles within the aerospace or manufacturing industry. • U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required • Experience managing cross-functional and cross-business unit teams. • Change management experience. • Operational experience in multi-site warehouse and distribution management. Qualifications We Prefer • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. • Expertise in facility layout, industrial engineering, and warehousing. • Hands-on knowledge of WMS, MHE, and automation solutions. • Industrial Engineering and Scenario Planning in supply chain environments. • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills including developing business cases. • Project management, change management and transition management abilities. 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. Learn More & Apply Now Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. 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