Director, Global Trade

Date Posted:

2026-01-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RVA99: RTN Remote, Virginia

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:

None/Not Required

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 exciting opportunity for a Counsel supporting Global Trade Investigations & Disclosures who will provide legal advice and approvals, as well as manage internal investigations related to regulatory and policy violations specific to Global Trade (GT) compliance areas such as: International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Export Administration Regulation (EAR), Arms Export Control Act (AECA), U.S Customs & Border Patrol regulations (USCBP), Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) sanctions, and U.S. Antiboycott laws.

What You Will Do

• Manage a dynamic caseload of Global Trade regulatory and policy violation investigations.
• Research and advise on complex legal and compliance questions related to the ITAR, EAR, USCBP regulations, OFAC sanctions, and U.S. Antiboycott laws.
• Review proposed transactions for compliance with U.S. and applicable non-U.S. sanctions.
• Provide guidance on process, policy, regulations and/or other Global Trade requirements to Global Trade staff and/or other business stakeholders.
• Manage development and closure of corrective actions and process improvement tasks.
• Represent the company in communications with government regulatory and enforcement agencies.
• Facilitate Global Trade compliance reviews across the company’s international subsidiaries and joint ventures.
• Monitor and address proposed and implemented changes in law that will impact business operations and/or compliance programs.
• Take leadership roles on corporate steering committees/task teams to engage in developing and/or guide policy & process changes across the corporation.
• Coordinate with RTX Consent Agreement team, contribute to internal reporting on progress to requirements, assist in drafting semi-annual reports, and working with external auditors.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of relevant legal experience in Global Trade licensing requirements and processes
• Juris Doctorate (JD) law degree from an accredited U.S. law school
• Member of a state bar in good standing
• Experience with advising on Global Trade impacts to international and domestic contracts, purchase orders, and/or other transactional agreements
• 5 years or more experience leading compliance investigations, maintaining legal privilege and briefing leadership and stakeholders to a resolution

Qualifications We Prefer

• Extensive experience managing and submitting disclosures to U.S. regulators regarding Global Trade compliance violations
• Extensive experience with export commodity classification requirements under the ITAR and EAR
• Experience with U.S. Customs & Border Patrol regulations and requirements
• Experience advising on compliance requirements specific to U.S. defense contracts
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Strong project and time management experience

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 superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Learn More & Apply Now! 

Please consider the following role type definitions 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).

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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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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