Remote Trader Jobs in Kettering, MD (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-07-09
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ
Position Role Type:
Remote
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Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Associate Director, Global Trade Investigations & Disclosures (Remote)
At RTX, the world's 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.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
We are seeking an Associate Director to join the Collins Aerospace Central Global Trade Investigations and Disclosures Team, which falls under Collins Aerospace's Legal, Contracts and Compliance function. The role will report to the Director & Assistant General Counsel leading the Central GT I&D Team and support the Director & Assistant General Counsel on all matters falling within the Team's purview, as described below.
The Associate Director will handle complex internal global trade investigations, assess compliance with Collins Aerospace's internal policies, analyze potential violations of U.S. and foreign export control laws and regulations, with a focus on the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"), and draft disclosures of such violations for submission to relevant government agencies. The selected candidate must have extensive experience conducting corporate internal investigations and must have deep knowledge of the EAR and ITAR.
The Associate Director will also help oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the Central GT I&D Team and lead and execute major projects. As part of these tasks, the Associate Director may oversee and manage members of the Central GT I&D Team.
What You Will Do:

• Investigate suspected violations of U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations.
• Draft disclosures to U.S. and non-U.S. government agencies regarding violations of export control laws.
• Manage and oversee an active investigative caseload using RTX's matter management tool.
• Work collaboratively with members of Collins Aerospace's broader Global Trade team to identify the root causes of regulatory and policy violations and to develop robust corrective actions.
• Brief Corporate and Collins Aerospace leadership on the status of ongoing global trade investigations.
• Document the closure of matters that do not give rise to a reasonable suspicion of a regulatory violation.
• Respond to governmental inquiries and data requests.
• Assist in the development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of Collins Aerospace and RTX policies, standard work, and processes for global trade compliance.
• Audit and assess employee compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Train and counsel employees on regulatory and policy requirements.
• Perform data searches within company systems, pull reports, and analyze data and trends to identify compliance weaknesses and craft actionable improvement steps.
• Manage discrete projects, some of which will require oversight and management of members of the Central GT I&D Team.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience in Global Trade
• In-depth knowledge of the EAR and ITAR
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven project and team management skills

Qualifications We Prefer:

• The ability to draft lengthy submissions in a clear, concise, and coherent manner under tight deadlines.
• Extensive skills in the use of Excel and to perform data analytics.
• Must be a strong leader and individual contributor, with excellent judgment and professional maturity.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Multi-task, manage, and prioritize multiple, competing deadlines and to quickly adjust to sudden and unexpected needs, including those occasionally requiring attention outside of normal business hours
• Effectively and timely provide guidance to, partner with, and offer practical solutions to the business, including the ability to offer creative but compliant solutions to achieve desired business objectives.
• Confidently train stakeholders and present to senior management.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal daily supervision and to achieve outcomes in an environment of limited oversight.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure in a fast-paced environment of rapidly changing demands, and to remain collegial in the face of disagreements and stakeholder resistance.
• A constant willingness to learn, remain open-minded to alternative and creative approaches and solutions, and ability to accept candid, real-time feedback on performance by multiple stakeholders.
• Prior aerospace & defense industry experience
• Experience with non-U.S. export-control laws.

What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.
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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