Sr. Trade Compliance Specialist

HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW The Senior Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for the export and import compliance program, ensuring regulatory requirements are met and compliance controls are implemented across business unit's procedures and work instructions

This is an in-office position based near Long Beach, California area.


EXPECTATIONS
• Review and approve export and import license and permit applications
• Analyze export and import regulations and maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes
• Validate jurisdiction and product ECCN classifications across assigned transactions
• Monitor compliance activities and assess the effectiveness of internal controls
• Prepare, review, and approve technology control plans and provide technology transfer oversight
• Analyze high-risk transactions and determine if due diligence requirements have been satisfied
• Conduct functional audits of trade compliance policies and procedures
• Prepare and verify export shipping documentation for ad-hoc and non-routine shipments
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to ensure trade compliance adherence
• Advise senior management on trade compliance risks of proposed business decisions

ESSENTIALS
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5-7 years of experience with export and import regulatory compliance
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred
• Working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions, and CBP regulations
• Familiarity with export licensing, re-export requirements, and arms embargoes
• Ability to analyze and interpret contracts for trade compliance issues
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills with ability to change priorities with minimal direction
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel