Associate Director and Counsel - Global Trade Investigations & Disclosures (Remote)

RTX•Arlington, IA

20d•$157,200 - $298,800•Remote

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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 and Counsel 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 and Assistant General Counsel on all matters falling within the Team’s purview, as described below. The Associate Director and Counsel 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 Associate Director and Counsel will review and provide legal guidance to Collins Aerospace’s strategic business units to ensure compliance with export laws and regulations. The selected candidate must have extensive experience conducting corporate internal investigations and must have deep knowledge of the EAR and ITAR. We are open to remote candidates for this role.

Requirements

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
Possess and maintain an active bar license in the jurisdiction from which you will be working.
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience in Global Trade.
In-depth knowledge of the EAR and ITAR.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor Degree
A minimum of five years in a law firm handling export control matters and/or in a government agency charged with administering export control laws and regulations.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Extensive legal writing experience, including the ability to draft lengthy submissions in a clear, concise, and coherent manner under tight deadlines.
Must be a strong leader and individual contributor, with excellent judgment and professional maturity.
Prior aerospace & defense industry experience.
Experience with non-U.S. export-control laws.
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.

Responsibilities

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 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 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.
Work with Collins Aerospace’s strategic business units to provide legal advice on export control laws and regulations, and propose compliant solutions to achieve business objectives.
Monitor and respond to developments in U.S. and foreign export control laws and provide legal guidance regarding such developments.
Assist in the development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of Collins Aerospace and RTX policies, standard work, and processes for global trade compliance.

Benefits

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