Job Description

Overview of the Position:

The Senior Trade Compliance Specialist is a member of the Foreign Trade Department working closely with the Director and Manager to complete compliance objectives across all U.S. and international locations to support the company's business operations. Independently manages all day-to-day work while contributing to higher level projects as assigned by the Director and/or Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the department's daily responsibilities are completed and addressed in a timely manner.
• Disseminate guidance and direction on trade compliance requirements.
• Determine jurisdiction and export classification of products, technical data, and services.
• Engage in inquiries to identify and reconcile trade compliance issues.
• Maintain expert level knowledge of U.S. trade laws and regulations.
• Generate U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Department of State applications.
• Assist in the development and implementation of foreign trade related processes, programs, and resources.
• Direct audits of trade compliance processes and requirements.
• Serve as interface and external spokesperson on trade compliance related matters.
• Assist in the development and presentation of trade compliance training.
• Assist in training new trade compliance personnel.
• Other items as assigned by the Director and Manager of Foreign Trade.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Due to US export control laws, must be a US citizen, permanent resident or have protected status.
• Possesses knowledge of U.S. trade laws and regulations. Specifically, an expert level knowledge and understanding of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Must have a technical background i.e. understanding manufacturing processes, technical drawings, materials, electronics and units of measure.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
• Capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively with corporate and business personnel.

Requirements

Education / Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field preferred; and at least 5 years' experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in Aerospace or Defense related industries strongly preferred

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