Export Compliance Lead, Customs Operations

RTX; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

RTX Enterprise Services is seeking an Export Advisor Team Lead to drive customs compliance and export declarations across global trade programs. You will support the Export Operations Manager, guide a skilled team, and ensure accurate, timely filings in a complex regulatory landscape.

Ideal candidates will bring strong experience in customs compliance, importer/exporter environments, and collaboration across Global Trade, Logistics, and Compliance functions.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience handling transitional audits and traditional customs audit frameworks
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SAP‑based systems
• Experience working with U.S. Customs regulations and domestic and international import/export trade requirements, including experience interpreting requirements and ensuring compliance
• Experience handling Classified shipments, Transportation Plans, and/or NOCs

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on export regulatory requirements and Customs compliance to help the team navigate complex processes
• Serve as a key point of contact for team questions and assistance with resolving export issues and compliance concerns
• Collaborate closely with the Export Operations Manager to align team efforts with organizational priorities
• Facilitate coordination and communication between the Export Advisor team and cross‑functional partners including Global Trade, Shipping, Receiving, International Logistics, Customs Brokers, and Freight Forwarders
• Assist in reviewing and validating shipment data such as valuation, country of origin, and product classifications for accuracy
• Help monitor team performance and identify opportunities to improve export declaration workflows through process enhancements and tool updates
• Support customer engagements by helping to maintain clear communication and thorough documentation
• Promote a culture of compliance, quality, and continuous improvement alongside the Export Operations Manager

Skills

Customs compliance

Export regulations

U.S. Customs regulations

Classified shipments handling

ITCS RGEMS familiarity

Education

University degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP-based systems

Job description

RTX Enterprise Services is seeking an Export Advisor Team Lead to drive customs compliance and export declarations across global trade programs. You will support the Export Operations Manager, guide a skilled team, and ensure accurate, timely filings in a complex regulatory landscape.

Ideal candidates will bring strong experience in customs compliance, importer/exporter environments, and collaboration across Global Trade, Logistics, and Compliance functions.