Trade Compliance Officer

Overview U.S. Citizen Remote Fulltime Direct Employment W2 with full benefits The US base salary range for this full-time position is $109,714 - $155,400+ bonus and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Summary Under the direction of the Trade Compliance Leadership, the primary responsibility of the Trade Compliance Officer is to be a strong individual contributor to the AeroVironment organization. Responsible for performing the day to day activities required to operate a fully effective export compliance program to ensure company compliance with US regulatory and internal policy requirements relating to export licensing, exemption usage, export training and recordkeeping. Responsibilities Export licensing and Agreements, CJ’s, and AO’s – Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications (DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-61, TAA, MLA, etc.), plus license and agreements management, both Department of State and Department of Commerce. Prepare and submit requests for Commodity Jurisdictions, advisory opinions and general correspondence. Empowered Official – High potential to serve as an Empowered Official. Ensure that AV is fully compliant with all Trade Compliance Laws and Regulations. Maintain currency of Laws and Regulations. Product Classifications – Assist in maintaining accurate product Export and Import classifications, ECCN, ITAR category, HTS and Schedule B codes, etc., and maintenance of a current and robust database of all product Export and Import classifications. Outside TC Consultants - Work with outside Trade Compliance consultants and legal counsel as directed by the TC Leadership. Document retention – Maintain excellent Trade Compliance records in full compliance with USG Export Regulations. Attend and participate in the AV Export Compliance Council monthly meetings. Shipping & Receiving – Maintain an active role on export shipments. Develop a close and active working relationship with the shipping department and its personnel, to prevent Export violations. Ensure that imports are properly handled. Export Compliance Training – Participation in Export Training curriculum development, curriculum presentation, maintenance of company training logs. Oversee international visitors and travelers’ policies and control. Procedures and auditing – Maintain TC processes and procedures. Train company employees. Audit compliance to the company procedures. Continuous Improvements – Identify improvement opportunities and problems, then provide guidance to AV Sr. management for solutions. Implement solutions when approved by Sr. management, and report on progress. International Business Development and Program Management Support – Provide expert guidance to the Int’l BD and PM organizations in their pursuits of capturing and performing on new business for AV. Active participation in gated proposal process reviews during all 6 stages. This also includes coordination necessary for Trade Show and Demo support. Conduct contract review for trade compliance requirements. Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. May supervise the activities of others within the team. Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor's Degree in Business, International Trade, Law or related field, or equivalent is required. Minimum of 12+ years of overall export administration experience with an aerospace firm, defense contractor or government entity. Experienced in dealing with entities such as U.S. Government entities (e.g., DOD, Department of Commerce), international customers or international brokers / freight forwarders. Experienced in working with outside Trade Compliance consultants. Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Expert understanding of DECCS and SNAPR Systems, and license applications. Expert knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and applicable International regulation, with the ability to understand, interpret and communicate compliance-related language. Having broad expertise, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with direct involvement in writing and implementing trade compliance policies and procedures, Technical Assistance Agreements, Warehouse Distribution Agreements and Manufacturing License Agreements. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work with minimal supervision. Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties. Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives. Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products. Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company. Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests. Physical Demands Ability to work in an office/remote environment (Constant). Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent). Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other protected class. 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