WHY WE ADMIRE RAYTHEON, A RTX BUSINESS
Being named one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies is more than an award — it’s recognition of the leadership, culture, innovation and community impact that set an organization apart.
Presented by AZ Big Media and BestCompaniesAZ, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC) honors employers making a meaningful impact on their employees, customers and communities. Honorees are selected by an independent panel of judges and evaluated in five key areas: Leadership Excellence, Workplace Culture, Corporate & Social Responsibility, Customer Opinion and Innovation.
Congratulations to RTX, one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies for 2026.
LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE
16,000+ Employees Strong in Arizona
RTX leaders in Arizona oversee one of the company’s most significant global hubs, with more than 16,000 employees in the state helping connect and protect our world. We are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success and developing next-generation technology solutions to help customers address their most critical challenges. RTX leaders are helping shape Arizona’s workforce and aerospace future through participation in the Southern Arizona Leadership Council and work with the University of Arizona College of Engineering and Arizona Commerce Authority.
WORKPLACE CULTURE
$88.5 Million Invested in Arizona Employees’ Education
RTX fosters a culture where employees can connect, grow and build meaningful careers. Employee Networks, flexible work models and wellness initiatives help support community and work/life balance. Through the RTX Employee Scholar Program, RTX has invested $88.5 million in education for Arizona employees, enabling thousands to pursue degrees and certifications. That commitment has helped earn RTX national workplace and community recognition, including the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion and the 2026 LinkedIn Top Companies list.
CORPORATE & SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
$500 Million Commitment to Stronger Communities
Through its 10-year, $500 million Connect Up initiative, RTX partners with nonprofits focused on lifelong learning, military families and stronger communities. In Arizona, that commitment includes STEM programs, millions of dollars donated to nonprofits in 2025, thousands of employee volunteer hours and a recent multi-million-dollar investment in the University of Arizona’s Student Design & Innovation Center.
CUSTOMER OPINION
Trusted by Those With the Highest-Stakes Missions
Leaders from across the U.S. military regularly tour RTX’s Arizona facilities and commend employees for their dedication and quality of work. Community leaders also point to RTX’s long-standing investments in STEM, veterans and workforce development as examples of meaningful corporate engagement in Arizona.
INNOVATION
Engineering Talent Is 57%+ of the Tucson Workforce
More than 57% of RTX’s Tucson workforce is engineering talent, supported by advanced manufacturing, factory automation, AI, data analytics and digital engineering. Its innovative composability approach allows engineers to integrate proven components rather than starting from scratch — cutting years from traditional development timelines while reducing cost and accelerating the development of new capabilities.
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