Date Posted:

2026-02-02

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

 

Job Title: Senior Manager, Government Relations 

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why Join The Team?

This position in RTX Global Government Relations (GGR) supports RTX’s Canada Country Director, Global Government Relations, in representing RTX and its business units before the Government of Canada. Reporting directly to the Canada Country Director, the Senior Manager will assist in developing and executing RTX’s government relations strategy and advocacy campaigns, ensuring RTX’s business priorities and objectives are advanced with key stakeholders.

The Senior Manager will support RTX’s representation with members of Parliament, government officials, industry associations, and think tanks, helping raise the corporation’s profile and advancing RTX’s policy and business interests. This role is critical in coordinating policy advocacy, monitoring government developments, and ensuring RTX’s Canadian operations remain aligned with corporate objectives and optimally coordinated with/supported  by the three Canadian business units’ strategies (Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney Canada and Raytheon Canada).

This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday with flexible hours, based in Mississauga, and performed in remote.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Support the Canada Country Director in implementing RTX’s comprehensive GGR plan, including advocacy campaigns in defense, aerospace, procurement, manufacturing, research and development, sustainability, export controls, and trade policy, etc.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with parliamentarians, senior government officials, and relevant internal and external stakeholders in Canada to identify opportunities, monitor policy trends, and advance RTX priorities.
• Track and analyze government and regulatory developments (domestic and foreign policy) that may affect RTX’s interests, providing timely reporting and recommendations.
• Represent RTX at selected meetings with government officials, industry associations, and policy forums, ensuring consistent corporate positioning.
• Prepare and coordinate executive briefing materials, policy analyses, and strategic recommendations for the Canada Country Director, RTX leadership, and business units, while managing associated corporate processes, documentation, and governance requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate the coordination and execution of RTX engagement across industry associations, government consultations, advisory boards, conferences, trade shows, security forums etc., ensuring strategic alignment with RTX priorities, processes, policies and business unit objectives.
• Assist in organizing RTX senior leadership engagements with Canadian government officials, including Cabinet members, Members of Parliament, Senior Public Servants and members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
• Collaborate with RTX business development teams and business units to ensure unified advocacy efforts and maximize cross-business synergies.
• Contribute to RTX’s external engagement efforts on sustainability, supply chain, R&D, and emerging technology initiatives.

What do you need to be successful?

Qualifications You Must Have

• University degree with 10 years of relevant experience in government relations, public affairs, or policy roles.
• Significant experience in government relations, public policy, or related fields within Canada, with a strong track record of effective engagement.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian political institutions, regulatory frameworks, and policymaking processes.
• Proven experience supporting senior executives (CEO, President, C-suite, or equivalent) and/or policymakers, with demonstrated exposure to strategic, operational, and confidential matters.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing demands, complex schedules, and high-tempo workflows with discretion and precision.
• Working level proficiency in French and English, including the ability to draft executive-level correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, and meeting materials.
• High degree of judgment, professionalism, and discretion, particularly when handling sensitive, confidential, or politically nuanced information.
• Strategic mindset and problem-solving capability, able to anticipate needs, synthesize information, and support decision-making at the executive level.
• Stakeholder coordination experience, working effectively across internal teams, external partners, and senior-level counterparts.
• Demonstrated initiative and autonomy, with the ability to operate independently from the Canada Country Director while aligning closely with executive priorities and collaborating effectively across business units.
• Advanced proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, collaboration platforms, project tracking tools).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze policy issues, develop recommendations, and communicate effectively to senior leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with government, industry, and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally as required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in public policy, political science, international relations, or a related field.
• Established network with Canadian policymakers, industry associations, and relevant government bodies.
• Prior experience in commercial aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors.

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The salary range for this role is 123,750 CAD - 173,750 CAD . 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. RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. 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 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 job posting is for an existing position vacancy.

 

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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