Associate Director – Government Compliance

RTX

Associate Director guiding U.S. government compliance for RTX aerospace and defense programs.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $157,200 - $298,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of U.S. federal procurement laws and regulations, including FAR and DFARS, while effectively communicating complex compliance matters. Proven ability to develop and deliver training on government contracts and compliance, alongside strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

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FAR ExpertiseDFARS KnowledgeGovernment Contract Lifecycle ManagementCompliance Training DevelopmentCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

U.S. Federal Procurement LawsCost Accounting PrinciplesPricing PrinciplesTruthful Cost or Pricing Data ActGovernment Compliance GuidanceRegulatory Training DeliveryContract ComplianceSubcontract Issues AdvisoryMetrics DevelopmentCompliance Processes Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationPresentation SkillsInterpersonal Relationship SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustryDefense IndustryU.S. Citizenship RequirementProcurement Integrity ActCICADPASCommercial Products ContractingGovernment Compliance ProgramCompliance PlaybooksFull Lifecycle of Government Contracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Collins U.S. Government Compliance Counsel in managing and enhancing the U.S. Government Compliance Program
Provide support and guidance on U.S. federal procurement laws and regulations, including FAR, DFARS, the Procurement Integrity Act, CICA, cost accounting and pricing principles, TINA, and DPAS
Assist in developing, implementing, and continuously improving compliance guidance, processes, procedures, and metrics
Support and deliver government compliance and specialized regulatory training
Partner with senior leadership, suppliers, teammates, and customers on government compliance issues
Draft, update, and maintain government compliance guidance materials and playbooks
Travel domestically as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Extensive knowledge of FAR and DFARS
Demonstrated experience advising on complex U.S. Government prime contract and subcontract issues
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Ability to communicate complex matters effectively and persuasively
Strong interpersonal relationship and cross-functional collaboration skills
Understanding of cost accounting and finance issues in the aerospace and defense industry
Experience supporting the full lifecycle of government contracts from formation through closeout
Working knowledge of commercial products and services contracting procedures
Detailed understanding of Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act requirements
Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving timely, successful outcomes
Experience developing and delivering U.S. Government contract and compliance training
U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program/contract

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution
Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection insurance
Birth, adoption, and 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
Relocation assistance
Flexible work schedules
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (not guaranteed)