Associate Director & Counsel, Global Trade Investigations (Remote)

Posted 11 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in CT, USA
Remote
157K-299K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Lead internal investigations into potential export control and sanctions violations, research U.S. and foreign trade regulations, draft disclosures and reports for government agencies, coordinate root-cause analysis and corrective actions with business stakeholders, and support enterprise-wide investigations initiatives.
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Date Posted:

2026-06-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We currently have an incredible remote work opportunity for an Associate Director & Counsel, Global Trade Investigations!

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading investigations of potential violations of global trade regulatory requirements, drafting disclosures and reports regarding verified violations (as applicable), and coordinating with business stakeholders to assess root cause and develop corrective actions. The role reports to the Director & Senior Counsel, Global Trade Investigations, in P&W’s Legal, Contracts and Compliance organization. 

What You Will Do:

  • Conduct internal investigations of matters implicating export control and sanctions compliance concerns, including interviewing witnesses, gathering relevant documents, and consulting with subject matter experts across Pratt & Whitney and RTX 
  • Research the applicability of U.S. and foreign regulations concerning controlled military and dual-use items, and determine whether a matter constitutes a violation of Global Trade regulations or policies 
  • Draft disclosures and reports for submission to U.S. and foreign government agencies and internal stakeholders                          
  • Support Global Trade Investigations & Disclosures group initiatives and projects, as needed 
  • Continually enhance and improve Pratt & Whitney’s “Speak Up” culture while acting with integrity at all times 
     

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Juris Doctor degree and 10+ years of legal experience, including five years as a practicing attorney
  • Good standing with a state bar association and in-house counsel registration in a timely manner following hire
  • U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Familiarity and experience with U.S. export, import, and sanctions regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 
  • Sophistication in the use and understanding of digital technology tools, including software platforms used in engineering and manufacturing disciplines 
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management, internal clients, and Global Trade professionals enterprise-wide 
  • Demonstrated ability to work with minimal daily supervision and to balance numerous priorities within competing timeframes 
  • Background within an aerospace manufacturing environment beneficial, but not required

Learn More & Apply Now:

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD. 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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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 or not 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 role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Skills Required

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • 10+ years of legal experience, including five years as a practicing attorney
  • Good standing with a state bar association
  • In-house counsel registration in a timely manner following hire
  • U.S. citizenship (required to access certain systems/sites)

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) programs with company matching and, in some cases, additional employer contributions are emphasized as strengths across business units. Structured retirement elements, including plan variations that add a separate employer contribution, bolster total rewards for many roles.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with HSA participation and company seeding, alongside wellness incentives. Core health offerings are presented as comprehensive for many U.S. employees.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO in some groups and alternative schedules like 9/80 or every‑other‑Friday off expand time‑away options. Year‑end downtime in parts of the organization further enhances perceived flexibility for time off.

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The Company
HQ: Waltham, MA
185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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