In order to develop innovative solutions for the complex challenges our customers face, we foster an environment that enables us to attract, retain and develop a vast supply base. Our small suppliers are an integral part of the global RTX team. They deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that meet our high standards of quality and performance and enable us to solve our customers’ most pressing challenges.
RTX is fostering collaboration with small businesses. This collaboration:
- Is embedded in our culture and process
- Drives economic empowerment and opportunity
- Benefits our customers and communities
- Provides a competitive advantage
Outreach events
| MONTH | EVENT NAME | 2026 LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| January | Army OSBP Small Business Matchmaking | VIRTUAL |
| January | National 8(a) Association Small Business Conference (w/Matchmaking) | Nashville, TN |
| February | Air & Space Forces Association (AFA ) Warfare Symposium | Aurora, CO |
| March | SBA Connecticut Business Matchmaker | Hartford, CT |
| March | NCAIED: Reservation Economic Summit (RES) | Las Vegas, NV |
| March | Association of the US Army (AUSA) Global Force Symposium & Exposition | Huntsville, AL |
| April | 2026 DoW Mentor Protégé Summit | Arlington, VA |
| April | Space Foundation Space Symposium | Colorado Springs, CO |
| April | Navy League of the United States Sea Air & Space Conference and Exhibition | National Harbor, MD |
| June | NVSBC-National Veteran Small Business Coalition (w/ Matchmaking) VETS26 | New Orleans, LA |
| June | WBENC National Conference (w/ Matchmaking) | Salt Lake City, UT |
| July | National HUBZone Conference (w/ Matchmaking) | Chantilly, VA |
| August | Annual Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event | San Diego, CA |
| September | Air & Space Forces Association (AFA ) Air, Space & Cyber Conference | National Harbor, MD |
| October | Association of the US Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition | Washington, DC |
RTX potential supplier registration
We set clear expectations for our suppliers. As trusted business partners, our suppliers are critical to our ability to continue delivering innovative solutions that exceed expectations for business practices, sustainability and operational excellence. To be considered as a potential supplier for Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, or Raytheon, complete the registration process via the RTX potential supplier registration link below.
RTX potential supplier registration
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Our businesses
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace specializes in advanced structures, avionics, interiors, mission systems, and power and control systems that serve customers across the commercial, regional, business aviation and military sectors.
collinsaerospace.com
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, revolutionizing modern flight and going beyond for 100 years.
prattwhitney.com
Raytheon
Raytheon is a leading provider of defense solutions to help the U.S. government and our allies and partners defend their national sovereignty and ensure their security. For more than 100 years, Raytheon has developed new technologies and enhanced existing capabilities in integrated air and missile defense, smart weapons, missiles, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, hypersonics, and missile defense across land, air, sea and space.
rtx.com/raytheon
Small business contacts
Each business at RTX has its own small business program goals. Contact each SBLO and their team below.