Senior Global Trade Manager - POLAND

Date Posted:

2026-04-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-REMOTE

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 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 career opportunity to support the Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) business as an experienced Global Trade professional, located in Warsaw, Poland. This Expat position will serve as both Raytheon Polska’s Global Trade Manager and LADS Empowered Official for Global PATRIOT and LTAMDS programs in Poland. The position entails preparing/submitting U.S. export licenses, providing strategy and guidance on the application of U.S. Government Export/Import Regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regulations, and applicable local regulations in Poland, and partnering with other product areas within Raytheon on their license strategies in Poland.

In addition to licensing responsibilities, the experienced Global Trade professional will be the Raytheon Polska Global Trade Manager focused on facility compliance, Global Trade trainings, site audits, and ensuring Raytheon Polska is compliant under both U.S. export regulations and local Polish and European export regulations.  Strong understanding of U.S. export regulations, Offset licensing support, and Foreign Party responsibilities are fundamental to this position.

This role will require forward deployment directly to Warsaw, Poland. This will be a 2 year international assignment with additional compensation emoluments.

The Global Trade Manager position reports to the Global PATRIOT and LTAMDS Global Trade Associate Director for the LADS Strategic Business Unit (SBU

What You Will Do:

• Serve as Empowered Official
• Supervise a team of Global Trade (GT) professionals, providing support, guidance, and career growth/development.
• Develop export and import strategies for the international marketing, sales, support, offshore procurement and manufacturing of defense and dual use articles;
• Develop licensing plans and providing guidance for complex licensing strategy and program planning;
• Be responsible for providing consistent interpretation under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to Business Unit employees;
• Prepare, submit, track, obtain and manage from the U.S. government, all necessary export and import licenses, permits, and certifications – to include Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs) and other export license authorization types by:
  • Working closely with internal customers to develop export and import approvals that allow for the efficient export of technology, technical data, hardware, and services;
  • Ensuring review of the scope of the effort with the applicable functions, stakeholders and the foreign parties prior to submittal,
  • Obtaining signed agreements and other required documentations from foreign parties (e.g., DSP-83s, ITAR NDAs, etc.) as applicable,
  • Providing status updates to the programs/stakeholders for awareness,
  • Reviewing approvals to ensure execution and deliverables are considered,
  • Managing day-to-day execution of agreements and licenses, ensuring compliance for all activities under the agreements and licenses, and
  • Monitoring authorizations for any changes effecting the authorizations and taking action upon knowledge of the change;

• Assure regulatory compliance through review and approval of foreign travel, foreign visits and export and import transactions;
• Manage and maintain Raytheon Polska’s exports, imports, re-exports, and re-transfers, including the review of all non-U.S. export activities, release of technical data, management of hardware and/or providing of defense services;
• Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory requirements;
• Contribute to learning and audit assessment programs to ensure implementation and effectiveness of internal controls;
• Partner with other RTX offices in the region;
• Assist in identifying and reporting of compliance concerns and identifying errors/areas requiring improvement and implementing corrective actions to resolve problems;
• Communicate complex US GT laws/regulations and their application to Raytheon Polska and European customers/suppliers;
• Become proficient in local Poland and European Export Regulations;
• Support management in investigating and resolving compliance matters, audits and investigations;
• Apply international trade regulations to real-life situations to enable international business to support programs;
• Have the ability to handle complex licensing issues – permanent and temporary export licenses, temporary import licenses (unclassified and classified), re-exports, re-transfers, etc. that arise;
• Develop and deliver training as required for employees engaged in international business activities; and
• Act as a knowledgeable resource for all export/import licensing personnel.
• Recruit and lead professional development of high-performing GT licensing staff.

What You Will Learn:

• While leading a team of GT licensing professionals, you'll become proficient in managing people, providing insightful guidance on licensing strategies and portfolio management, and fueling the growth of our business.
• You will play a pivotal role in contributing to the continuous improvement of our GT Processionals and of our international site compliance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 8 years of experience
• Experience with US GT regulations (eg.  ITAR,  EAR, Customs, ATF, etc.)
• Experience in drafting, submitting, implementing, and managing agreements, licenses, General Correspondences, Third Party Transfers, complex export strategies, and other requests

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in leadership positions or similar associated with developing strategic business acumen
• Problem solver, able to work under time sensitive circumstances, collaboratively or independently
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple business functions for success
• Strong communicator to develop and conduct stand-up training
• Excellent customer relation/interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Willing to take on challenges and accept stretch assignments
• Detail-oriented with strong sense of urgency
• Ability and desire to learn, growth mindset
• Knowledge of DECCS, SNAP-R, OCR EASE and/or SAP/GTS systems
• Ability to think strategically and integrate GT licensing requirements with the company’s international business objectives

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.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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