Director, Learning Strategy – Operations

RTX

. Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Head of Learning & Talent Development .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesLead💰 $186,200 - $353,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading strategic learning initiatives, integrating learning with organizational transformation, and managing vendor relationships. Proficient in developing scalable learning solutions and utilizing enterprise learning systems to enhance workforce readiness.

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Strategic Learning InitiativesStakeholder ManagementInstructional DesignEnterprise Learning SystemsVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Adult Learning PrinciplesContent DevelopmentOperational Process ManagementBudgetingProject LeadershipLearning Management Systems (LMS)Learning Experience Platforms (LXP)Visual StorytellingFacilitation SkillsScalable Learning Solutions

Soft Skills

Consulting SkillsInfluential LeadershipComplexity ManagementAmbiguity NavigationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Learning TechnologiesCommunication ChannelsTeam-Owned ResourcesPortals

Certifications & Qualifications

Coaching CertificationPsychometric Assessments CertificationChange Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Learning & DevelopmentOrganizational DevelopmentTalent ManagementGlobal ContextMatrixed Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Head of Learning & Talent Development
Prioritize strategic work and advance enterprise learning initiatives
Represent the function in senior forums
Collaborate on strategic people priorities
Lead enterprise-wide learning initiatives from design through implementation
Coordinate across L&TD teams, business partners, and stakeholders
Shape the learning technology ecosystem and platform strategy
Partner with HRDT and vendors to evolve learning platforms and integrate enterprise talent systems
Advise HR and business leaders on workforce readiness, learning trends, and capability development
Guide enterprise capability frameworks, role-based skill requirements, taxonomies, and career pathways
Integrate learning with digital, organizational, and cultural transformation efforts
Support business case development, vendor strategy, and learning investment prioritization
Establish and mature processes for budgeting, contracting, capacity planning, and coordination
Identify capacity gaps, remove roadblocks, and support timely, high-quality delivery
Create standards for scalable delivery and measurement
Support data collection and impact measurement
Create strategic presentations and executive storytelling materials
Monitor industry trends, technologies, and benchmarks
Maintain team-owned resources, portals, and communication channels
Travel up to 40% for global program execution, regional engagement, stakeholders, and learning events

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience
12+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or Talent Management
Proven ability to lead strategic learning initiatives
Strong consulting, stakeholder management, project leadership, and influential leadership skills
Deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and content development
Advanced writing and facilitation skills
Advanced PowerPoint and visual storytelling skills
Experience building and managing operational processes such as budgeting, planning, or vendor management
Ability to balance strategy and execution
Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage complexity, and move work forward independently
Deep understanding of vendor management, including RFPs, partnerships, and external delivery oversight
Experience designing scalable and culturally adaptive learning solutions in a global context
Strong working knowledge of enterprise learning systems, including LMS and LXP, and learning technologies
U.S. citizenship required
Up to 40% travel required
Preferred: Master’s degree in OD, L&D, HR, Business, or related field
Preferred: Experience in a complex, matrixed global organization
Preferred: Leadership of L&TD COE
Preferred: Certifications in coaching, psychometric assessments, and/or change management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available