Principal Specialist, Global Trade (Remote)

Date Posted:

2025-01-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RCA99: RTN Remote, California

Position Role Type:

Remote

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.

Raytheon Advanced Products & Solutions (APS) Global Trade has an outstanding career opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Global Trade (GT) Professional to grow their skills as part of the world’s largest aerospace and defense company – RTX Corporation.   As part of the Raytheon Legal, Compliance and Contracts (LCC) organization, GT Professionals plays a critical role in supporting the successful capture of international pursuits, and the execution of contracts, program and supply chain requirements. Global Trade Professionals ensure that Raytheon remains compliant with both U.S. and Non-U.S. Export/Import (EX/IM) regulations in all the company’s global business transactions.

This position reports to the Advanced Products & Solutions (APS), Radio Frequency Solutions (RFS) Sr. Manager and is responsible for working with the APS Global Trade Team and APS Stakeholders to develop strategies to support international programs and business development capture efforts. The RFS portfolio includes Fire Control Radars, Radar Warning Receivers, Advanced Self Protect Integrated Sensors, Dual Band Decoys, Jammers, and Advanced Early Warning Systems.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and collaborating with multiple business functions for success.  

Please note that this is an export licensing position, not a shipping and logistics position

What You Will Do

• Work closely with internal and external customers to prepare and submit export authorizations (Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLA) and other requests for approval) to the U.S. Department of State Office of Defense Trade Control Licensing, and U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security.

• Provide consistent interpretation of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to Raytheon employees.

• Provide export authorization status updates to the programs/requestors.

• Facilitate approvals for the physical export of hardware and other transactional activities.

• Work with the Global Trade Manager and other stakeholders to determine and certify appropriate legal authority for exports of dual-use commodities and technology, defense articles; hardware, technical data and defense services, including determination of the appropriate export authorization, exemption, or exception.

• Participate in compliance audits and investigations.

• Develop and deliver training, as required, for employees engaged in international business activities.

• Represent Global Trade in meetings and discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist in implementation of company procedures and instructions to support compliance with U.S. Government export/import regulations and company policy.

• Minimal domestic travel - approximately once per quarter.

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 researching and/or applying the ITAR / EAR regulations

• Experience applying for, managing, and transacting against ITAR and EAR export authorizations

• Experience with DECCS, SNAP-R, SAP-GT, OCR EASE IT or similar Global Trade tools and / or systems

• 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

• Flexible, cooperative and collaborative; demonstrated ability to adapt to changing US Government and customers condition

• Able to present recommendations to solve business challenges.

• Problem solver, able to work under time sensitive circumstances, collaboratively or independently, and take initiative to address situations before issues arise

• Self-motivated and results oriented with ability to prioritize and make independent decision

• Able to manage priorities of multiple tasks

• Attention to detail and follow through on assignments to achieve desired result

What We Offer

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

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Learn More & Apply Now!

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: 

‒    Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

‒ Security Clearance: 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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