Customs Administration Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-02-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-110 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 110

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The Pratt & Whitney Global Trade - Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) team is seeking a Foreign Trade Zone Administration Manager.

This will be a hybrid position responsible for leading and administrating our FTZ operations at our Middletown, CT campus location.

What You Will Do:

This is a results driven Global Trade Manager position that plays a key role in ensuring global trade compliance, optimizing FTZ processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support business growth and regulatory excellence. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• FTZ Administration: Oversee and ensure compliant operation for the Middletown, CT site, including customs documentation, accounting, reconciliation, and waste management.   
• Compliance Oversight: Maintain full compliance with U.S. import and export regulations (ITAR, EAR, FTR, and CBP) with support of the central Customs team. 
• Prepare for and support audits, investigations, and internal reviews.   
• Process Improvement: Work in partnership with IT, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to enhance FTZ processes and test software or system updates that improve compliance and efficiency.   
• Risk Management: Identify compliance risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and drive corrective actions to resolution.   
• Training & Mentorship: Deliver FTZ related training across departments, provide guidance to less experienced staff, and contribute to a companywide Community of Practice to share best practices.   
• Continuous Support: Partner with the central Customs team and other departments on trade compliance initiatives, audits, and strategic improvement projects.   

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of applicable work experience; OR an Advanced degree with 5+ years of applicable work experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in US import compliance operations and/or supply chain management. 
• 5+ years of experience with FTZ, US Customs compliance operations, or other trade compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, FTR).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to access to controlled systems and information.   

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Direct experience in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) administration.   
• Professional certifications such as Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Zone Specialist (CZS).    
• Certified Internal Auditor, Six Sigma, ACE, or Core designations.   
• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse distribution operations. 
• Proven project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.   
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational excellence.   
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and work independently.   

Learn More & Apply Now:

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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