Principal Specialist, Global Trade (Hybrid)
RTX (Raytheon)
- Location
- US MA TEWKSBURY TB4 836 North St INNOVATION BLDG
- Work model
- Hybrid
- Level
- Principal
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About this role
Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB4 ~ 836 North St ~ INNOVATION BLDG

 Position Role Type: Hybrid

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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

 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Principal Specialist, Global Trade who will own and support certain export/import licensing and compliance activities within Raytheon’s Naval Power (NP) business. The successful candidate will be expected to develop export/import strategies to support international capture, program and supply chain efforts. The position will work closely with internal stakeholders to prepare, submit, activate and manage export and import authorizations, enabling efficient, timely and compliant transfers (exports/imports) of technology, technical data, hardware and services globally. 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 this is not a logistics or customs position and requires direct experience in export licensing under ITAR / EAR.
What You Will Do
Assist with the development of export authorization strategies for international marketing, sales, support, offshore procurement, and manufacturing of defense and dual use articles. Prepare and submit quality export/import license applications, agreements, eligible exemptions/exceptions and other requests for USG approval. Provide export/import authorization status updates to leadership and capture/program teams. Participate in strategic business engagement at the program level to ensure business execution, growth and compliance. Provide consistent interpretation of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to Naval Power employees. Facilitate approvals for the physical export/import of hardware and other transactional activities involving controlled goods, information and services. Work with peers and 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 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. Participate in compliance assessments and investigations. Develop and deliver training for employees engaged in international business activities. Review and approve technical and non-technical information, as needed prior to release to non-U.S. Persons. Act as a resource for