Overview
RTX Corporation is an American aerospace and defense company specializing in aircraft systems, avionics, missile systems, aerospace electronics, communications systems, jet engines, and defense technologies. The company was formed through the 2020 merger of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation.
RTX is the parent company of Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon divisions.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | RTX Corporation |
| Former Name | Raytheon Technologies Corporation |
| Formed | 2020 |
| Headquarters | Arlington, Virginia |
| Industry | Aerospace and defense |
| Major Divisions | Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon |
| Major Products | Avionics, jet engines, missile systems, aerospace electronics |
| Predecessor Companies | Raytheon Company, United Technologies Corporation |
Physical Description
RTX manufactures aerospace systems, avionics equipment, aircraft engines, missile systems, radar systems, satellite communications systems, military electronics, and defense technologies. The corporation operates engineering, manufacturing, and research facilities worldwide.
History
RTX Corporation originated through the merger of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation in 2020. The combined company became one of the world’s largest aerospace and defense contractors.
The corporation inherited numerous historic aerospace and electronics companies through predecessor organizations including Collins Radio Company, Rockwell Collins, Pratt & Whitney, Carrier, Sikorsky Aircraft, and Raytheon.
Following the merger, the company operated as Raytheon Technologies Corporation. In 2023, the corporation officially adopted the shorter RTX Corporation name.
RTX oversees Collins Aerospace, which traces part of its heritage to Collins Radio Company and Rockwell International aerospace operations.
The company continues to supply commercial aviation, military, and government aerospace systems worldwide.
Historical Addresses
Corporate Headquarters
RTX Corporation
1000 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22209
Former Raytheon Technologies Headquarters
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Waltham, Massachusetts
Historical Timeline
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Raytheon Company merges with United Technologies Corporation |
| 2020 | Raytheon Technologies Corporation formed |
| 2020 | Collins Aerospace becomes major RTX division |
| 2023 | Company renamed RTX Corporation |
References
- RTX Official History
Corporate history and merger information. - Wikipedia: RTX Corporation
Company history and aerospace operations. - Collins Aerospace History
Historical background on Collins Aerospace within RTX.