Foreign Trade Zone Administration Manager; Hybrid

Foreign Trade Zone Administration Manager (Hybrid) – Pratt & Whitney

Date Posted:

Location:

PW132:
Dallas 2701 Regent Blvd, Suite 300, Dallas, TX, 75261 USA

Role Type:
Hybrid

Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required

Security Clearance:
None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. This will be a hybrid position responsible for leading and administrating our FTZ operations at our Irving, Texas campus location. The role plays a key part in ensuring global trade compliance, optimizing FTZ processes, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to support business growth and regulatory excellence.

• Oversee and ensure compliant operation for the two DFW/Irving, Texas FTZ sites, including customs documentation, accounting, reconciliation, and waste management.
• Maintain full compliance with U.S. import and export regulations (ITAR, EAR, FTR, and CBP) with support of the central Customs team.
• Prepare for and support audits, investigations, and internal reviews.
• Work in partnership with IT, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to enhance FTZ processes and test software or system updates that improve compliance and efficiency.
• Identify compliance risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and drive corrective actions to resolution.
• Deliver FTZ related training across departments, provide guidance to less experienced staff, and contribute to a company wide Community of Practice to share best practices.
• Partner with the central Customs team and other departments on trade compliance initiatives, audits, and strategic improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 8+ years of applicable work experience; OR an advanced degree with 5+ years of applicable work experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in U.S. import compliance operations and/or supply chain management.
• 5+ years of experience with FTZ, U.S. Customs compliance operations, or other trade compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, FTR).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to access to controlled systems and information.

• Direct experience in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) administration.
• Professional certifications such as Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Zone Specialist (CZS).
• Certified Internal Auditor, Six Sigma, ACE, or Core designations.
• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse distribution operations.
• Proven project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and work independently.

Salary range: 107,500 USD – 204,500 USD (good‑faith estimate). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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. Eligibility for annual incentive programs depends on position level and collective‑bargaining status. This is a U.S.

-based role; pay and benefits adjustments apply for U.S. territories.

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.

Application window is expected to close approximately 40 days from the date posted; the exact date may vary based on business needs.