Export Compliance Specialist

Export Compliance SpecialistSalary: $70,000 – $90,000Location: Cleveland, Ohio or RemoteWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:High-impact role supporting global export compliance initiativesOpportunity to serve as a subject matter expert in EAR and ITAR regulationsExposure to engineering, operations, sales, legal, and other business functionsAbility to influence compliance processes and best practices across the organizationVisibility into international trade operations and licensing strategyOpportunity to lead training and compliance awareness initiativesFlexible location with remote work optionStable role within a highly regulated and business-critical functionKey Responsibilities:Assume primary responsibility for performing export classifications under both the ITAR and EAR for company products, parts, and technology.Review and audit export classification processes and decisions.Document export classification rationale and maintain classification records.Analyze transactions for export license applicability and manage the full export license lifecycle, including experience with SNAP-R and DECCS government application systems.Draft and support license applications submitted through BIS and DECCS.Review End User Certificates (EUCs) and determine Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO).Monitor and manage the export compliance inbox, responding to export-related requests from internal and external stakeholders.Provide guidance to business units on export processes, licensing requirements, and classification best practices.Collaborate with engineering, operations, and other cross-functional teams to gather technical information needed for export classifications.Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to export compliance.Develop and deliver export compliance training programs to cross-functional teams, including Engineering and Sales.Oversee denied-party screening processes for customers and vendors and conduct ownership reviews as required.Maintain and update the Export Compliance Manual and Technology Control Plans in accordance with evolving federal regulations.Maintain accurate records of export licenses, monitor status, and ensure timely renewals.Required Skills & Experience:5+ years of export compliance experience with strong expertise in export classification and licensing.In-depth knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).Familiarity with deemed export regulations and best practices for managing controlled technologies.Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate technical specifications and regulatory requirements for accurate classifications.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, global trade environment.Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems used to manage trade compliance data.