
Principal Specialist, Global Trade Authorizations (Remote)
Collins Aerospace, Des Moines, IA, United States
Role Overview
Global Trade (GT) requirements exist to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to economic sanctions and the export and import of products, services and technical data. As an Authorization Specialist, you will be working with Authorization Management, obtaining and managing regulatory and Collins internal authorizations. Authorization Specialists also work with the Collins Global Trade Program (training, policies, processes, implementation & metrics); using digital technology and physical safeguards to manage transfers compliantly and efficiently; ensuring compliant transfers of physical goods and intangible items; and addressing regulatory and policy violations to prevent recurrence and drive continuous improvement.
Regulatory Authorization Types Collins categorizes Regulatory Authorizations (Government approval to engage in a Controlled Activity related to Controlled Items) into two types:
Application-Based Authorizations
require a transaction-specific application be submitted to a government agency for review and approval.
Regulation-Based Authorizations
such as exemptions, exceptions, general licenses, or general permits.
What You Will Do
Drafting and submission of all export and import authorizations to Department of Commerce and Department of State.
Working closely with the business and other Global Trade employees to ensure we meet all lifecycles of authorizations, from determination, application, activation, use, management, and dispositioning.
Working closely with the business and other Global Trade employees to ensure authorizations are accurate and obtained timely in order to meet the needs of the business.
Work on projects as assigned.
Types of Authorizations Department of Commerce Authorizations
Hardware
Technical Data
Software
Exceptions
Carnets
Foreign National Employment Licenses
Department of State Authorizations
Hardware
Technical Data
Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA)
Manufacturing License Agreements (MLA)
MLA Sales Reports
Warehouse & Distribution Agreements (WDA)
TAA/MLA/WDA Amendments
Temporary Import Licenses
Temporary Export Licenses
Temporary License Administration (Tracking in’s/out’s and surrender)
Exemptions
Foreign Person Employment Licenses
Classified Authorizations
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Strong working knowledge of the various export authorization types/uses under each set of regulations.
Experience working with U.S. government licensing authorities.
Program/product knowledge and general knowledge of technology transfer requirements and restrictions.
Qualifications We Prefer
Strong working knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Working SAP Knowledge of export transactions (sales & distribution).
Project Management experience.
Excellent leadership skills to create a culture of compliance throughout functions, levels and platforms in the business.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Great attention to detail.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
What We Offer
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
And more!
Salary The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Remote Work Employees in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). The position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.
Secure Hiring Process 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.
Application Window 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.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement 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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Regulatory Authorization Types Collins categorizes Regulatory Authorizations (Government approval to engage in a Controlled Activity related to Controlled Items) into two types:
Application-Based Authorizations
require a transaction-specific application be submitted to a government agency for review and approval.
Regulation-Based Authorizations
such as exemptions, exceptions, general licenses, or general permits.
What You Will Do
Drafting and submission of all export and import authorizations to Department of Commerce and Department of State.
Working closely with the business and other Global Trade employees to ensure we meet all lifecycles of authorizations, from determination, application, activation, use, management, and dispositioning.
Working closely with the business and other Global Trade employees to ensure authorizations are accurate and obtained timely in order to meet the needs of the business.
Work on projects as assigned.
Types of Authorizations Department of Commerce Authorizations
Hardware
Technical Data
Software
Exceptions
Carnets
Foreign National Employment Licenses
Department of State Authorizations
Hardware
Technical Data
Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA)
Manufacturing License Agreements (MLA)
MLA Sales Reports
Warehouse & Distribution Agreements (WDA)
TAA/MLA/WDA Amendments
Temporary Import Licenses
Temporary Export Licenses
Temporary License Administration (Tracking in’s/out’s and surrender)
Exemptions
Foreign Person Employment Licenses
Classified Authorizations
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Strong working knowledge of the various export authorization types/uses under each set of regulations.
Experience working with U.S. government licensing authorities.
Program/product knowledge and general knowledge of technology transfer requirements and restrictions.
Qualifications We Prefer
Strong working knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Working SAP Knowledge of export transactions (sales & distribution).
Project Management experience.
Excellent leadership skills to create a culture of compliance throughout functions, levels and platforms in the business.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Great attention to detail.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
What We Offer
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
And more!
Salary The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Remote Work Employees in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). The position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.
Secure Hiring Process 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.
Application Window 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.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement 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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