Principal Specialist, Global Trade

Date Posted:

2025-04-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RIN99: RTN Remote, Indiana

Position Role Type:

Remote

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

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

We have an outstanding career opportunity to support the Global Trade function. This organization plays a critical role in the successful execution of International Contracts and allows programs to remain compliant with the U.S. Government in all our global business transactions. This opportunity provides exposure and visibility in the field of Export Import operations and its strategic impact on global growth and success.

This position provides guidance and supports jurisdiction and classification determinations within Raytheon’s Jurisdiction and Classification (JC) Control Board process. You will interface with various internal functions to gather information about the products and technology being classified, and to discuss the implications of classification determinations.   

This position reports to the Associate Director, Global Trade Jurisdiction and Classification as part of the Global Trade Program Office.

What You Will Do

• Work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment, developing relationships with internal customers and collaborating with multiple business functions for success.  
• Interfacing with stakeholders on interpretation of regulatory requirements or company JC policies and procedures.
• Supporting jurisdiction and classification determinations (JCD) in compliance with applicable US Government regulations and company policies.
• Analyzing and reviewing JC data and metrics and offer improvement ideas.
• Maintaining records of JC activities.
• Performing as a Jurisdiction and Classification Control Board (JCCB) reviewer.
• Assessing JCD quality periodically.
• Providing consistent interpretation and application of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations’ (ITAR) U.S. Munitions List (USML) and Export Administration Regulations’ (EAR) Commerce Control List for Business Unit employees.
• Assisting in identifying compliance concerns by identifying errors and areas requiring improvement and implementing corrective actions to resolve problems.
• Supporting management in resolving compliance matters, audits, and investigations.
• Supporting Consent Agreement-driven compliance activities (e.g., external audits).
• Validating existing export classifications.
• Approximately 10% travel (2-3 times per year).

What You Will Learn 

• Approving and finalizing JCDs.
• Providing subject matter expertise on Raytheon’s JC database (OCR database tool).
• Standing-in as GT Chair in JCCB when needed.
• Participating in RTX JC Steering Committee.
• Leading special projects, cross-functional business projects and corporate projects to support business objectives.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience
• Experience in determination of regulatory jurisdiction and classification, other compliance and transactional activities, and applications of regulations such as ITAR, EAR, ATF, Customs)
• Experience in engineering, or other relevant discipline to the classification of products
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• 5 years or more of years of direct experience in the application of regulations (ITAR, EAR, Customs)
• Knowledge of Export Control Reform (ECR) and familiarization with Jurisdiction Classification Assessments  
• Strong time management, prioritization, analytical and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results
• Problem solver, able to work under time sensitive circumstances, collaboratively or independently
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple business functions for success
• Strong communicator to develop and support stand-up training

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation is not offered for this position.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition(s) as you apply for this role.

• Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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