United States onlyDate Posted:
2026-05-13Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-TN-REMOTEPosition Role Type:
RemoteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62Security Clearance Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredCustoms Global Trade Manager - Avionics (Remote)
At RTX, the world 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.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Position Summary:
The Customs Tariff Mitigation Lead is a Global Trade Compliance professional with deep expertise in U.S. and global customs regulations, duty mitigation programs, and import compliance requirements. This role serves as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for duty mitigation initiatives, tariff impact analysis, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) management, and post‑entry activities across the Avionics Strategic Business Unit (SBU). The role advises leadership on complex compliance matters, supports emerging regulatory requirements, and ensures alignment with all applicable import and export regulations.
Role Overview:
This position requires technical expertise in international trade compliance, supporting the design, implementation, and monitoring of customs and trade compliance programs. The individual advises on regulatory matters, maintains compliance records, supports policy execution, and assists in evaluating and responding to emerging trade‑related risks.
Key Responsibilities
- FTA & Special Trade Program Management
- Manage end‑to‑end qualification and compliance for Free Trade Agreements, with emphasis on USMCA.
- Lead initiatives involving FTZs, Customs Warehousing, Temporary Import Bonds, and other duty mitigation and special trade programs.
- Compliance Program Management
- Review trade compliance records to ensure adherence with U.S. and international regulatory requirements.
- Advise leadership and internal partners on complex compliance program implementation.
- Working within an established program and policies, ensure compliance with those policies.
- Regulatory, Audit & Risk Management
- Lead preparation of responses to government and regulatory inquiries, including CF28 and CF29 notices.
- Monitor and communicate impacts of emerging regulations and geopolitical developments (Section tariffs, ADD/CVD, PGA requirements, etc.).
- Support U.S. Customs programs including Reconciliation, CTPAT, and other CBP initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance to Avionics operations and MRO sites to ensure consistent import compliance practices and identification of duty mitigation opportunities.
- Training, Oversight & Internal Controls
- Develop and deliver training on customs compliance, duty mitigation, and import/export controls.
- Establish internal audit and assessment programs to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls.
- Create and maintain procedures and work instructions to standardize processes across the SBU.
- Operational & Tactical Support
- Support import entry processes as needed to ensure continuity of operations.
- Assist the SBU Global Customs Lead with strategic projects, process improvements, and team training.
- Prepare presentations and reporting metrics for leadership.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
Duty Mitigation & Tariff Strategy
- Serve as the Duty Mitigation Lead for the Avionics SBU, driving strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of duty mitigation programs.
- Identify additional or new tariff opportunities in an ever changing environment.
- Lead cross‑functional efforts to implement and optimize tariff‑related processes.
- Act as liaison to other departmental leadership on all tariff‑related matters.
- Manage U.S. Customs post‑entry processes, including post‑summary corrections, duty drawback, reconciliation filings, and FTA reconciliations.
- Analyze customs and trade data to identify tariff exposure and duty recovery opportunities.
- Coordinate accurate, audit‑ready documentation for all post‑entry claims.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Qualifications We Prefer:
- 5–8+ years of experience in customs compliance, import regulations, or duty mitigation programs.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, valuation, FTAs, drawback, and post‑entry processes.
- Demonstrated expertise in import/export compliance management and regulatory interpretation.
- Experience developing or administering compliance programs, audits, and internal controls.
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Trade Compliance, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Excellent analytical skills and familiarity with customs data systems and ERP trade modules.
- Experience within aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing industries.
- Knowledge of Avionics operational structures, supply chain processes, and MRO logistics.
- Experience with duty mitigation mechanisms such as 9801/9802, TIBs, Duty‑Free Entry (Military), Civil Aircraft Exemption, Bonded Warehouse, and FTZs.
- Licensed Customs Broker preferred but not required.
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
- 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
- Eligible for relocation assistance
- And more!
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*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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