Principal Jurisdiction and Classification Engineer

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Richmond (KY); Remote; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies is seeking a Principal Jurisdiction and Classification Engineer to join their Agile Hardware Solutions Department. This remote position requires expertise in U.S. export compliance, overseeing jurisdiction and classification assessments, and ensuring adherence to government regulations. The successful candidate will contribute to high-stakes projects, support Global Trade initiatives, and engage in continuous learning within the Compliance Engineering team.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Employee assistance program

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of export commodity jurisdiction and classification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive technical assessments for compliance with government regulations.
• Manage small projects and act as SBU point of contact.
• Provide guidance on U.S. Export Controls.

Skills

U.S. Export Controls

Compliance Assessment

Project Management

Technical Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

JCA Tools (e.g., OCR, xClass)

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RKY99: RTN Remote, Kentucky

Position Role Type:

Remote

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

The Agile Hardware Solutions (AHS) Department strives to develop, mature, and deploy advanced product development capabilities across Hardware Engineering, enabling the business to deliver high quality work products at competitive discriminating velocity & cost. AHS also partners heavily with the Configuration and Data Management functional disciplines to ensure the highest levels of velocity and efficiency through the product release life cycle, but also ensuring the highest level of quality and rigor of the design to exceed customer requirements and satisfaction.

The Agile Hardware Solutions (AHS) Department seeking a Principal Jurisdiction and Classification Engineer.

This position is remote.

The JCA Center of Excellence (COE) is a collaboration between Export/Import (EXIM) Engineering and Global Trade that supports the Warfighter by completing jurisdiction and classification determinations (JCA) for hardware, technical information, and software/firmware (products) for company exports and imports.

The JCA Engineer will report to the EXIM Engineering team and complete product classifications in accordance with Raytheon policies/procedures based on the U.S. government (USG) regulations while adhering to Raytheon’s values and principles.

What You Will Do

• Be a key contributor to the JCA EXIM Engineering Team by conducting comprehensive technical assessments related to the export or import controls to ensure compliance with government regulations in accordance with Raytheon policy and guidelines.

• Manage small projects and/or act as a Strategic Business Unit (SBU) point of contact (PoC).

• Provide guidance and influence others on U.S Export Controls - including policies, procedures, and classifications.

• Work with minimal oversight from manager and assist with difficult and complex Export Classifications.

• Support Global Trade (GT) organization by responding to JCA questions and information provided by USG agencies including Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS).

• Initiate and coordinate Technical Exchanges with Engineering/GT to solve complex topics and interpretations with the ITAR/EAR.

• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines (e.g., Global Trade), and suppliers to arrive at the correct and compliant export classification.

• Contributes and develops goals for the team.

• Assists or manages bids, financial planning, resource planning, or Earned Value (EV) metrics.

• Be present at all team meetings, program review (e.g., Jurisdiction Commodity and Classification Board (JCCB), and teleconferences as required.

• Work with other JCA COE teammates to enhance continuous learning, regulatory knowledge, and improved best practices within the JCA COE.

What You Will Learn

• Complete all required trainings (e.g., JCA recertification, Ethics modules, and corporate trainings) on time each year.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, and 8 years of prior relevant experience.

• Minimum 5 years of performing US export commodity jurisdiction and classification assessments with both the U.S. Government (USG) U.S. Munitions List (USML) and Commerce Control List (CCL)

• 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

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Trustworthy and professional individual focused on the mission.

• Managed individuals or projects involving 5+ team members.

• Strong computer skills, including understanding and proficiencies in MS Office applications Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.

• Experience with JCA Tools (e.g., OCR, xClass) and/or CommonPDM (cPDM)/Windchill.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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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