Export Compliance Specialist

Puyenpa is seeking a Export Compliance Specialist for an upcoming proposal supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Joint Program Office (JPO) Security Services Contract. This position supports international program execution by ensuring compliance with U.S. export control regulations, security requirements, and foreign partner information-sharing policies. The successful candidate will assist with export-control reviews, coordination activities, licensing actions, and compliance processes that enable secure collaboration with domestic and international stakeholders supporting the F-35 program. The Export Compliance Specialist will work closely with government personnel, security professionals, foreign disclosure personnel, program management teams, and industry partners to support export-control compliance efforts and international program objectives. This position is located in Arlington, VA. and is structured as a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role. An active DoD Secret clearance is required. Special Access Requirements (SAR) eligibility required. This is a proposal position and is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, and final staffing authorization. Key Responsibilities Support export compliance activities in accordance with applicable U.S. export-control laws, regulations, and program guidance. Review technical data, documentation, presentations, and program materials for export-control considerations. Assist with the preparation, coordination, tracking, and maintenance of export-related documentation. Support compliance reviews involving technology transfer, international collaboration, and partner engagement activities. Coordinate with government stakeholders, security personnel, legal counsel, and program teams on export-compliance matters. Maintain records associated with export-control actions and compliance activities. Help identify potential export-control risks and recommend corrective actions. Support audits, inspections, and compliance assessments related to export-control requirements. Monitor regulatory changes affecting program operations and provide compliance recommendations. Develop and maintain reports, briefings, and status updates supporting program leadership. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; qualifying experience substitutions may be considered in accordance with contract labor-category requirements. Three or more years of experience supporting export compliance, international programs, security, regulatory compliance, or related functional areas. Ability to comprehensively fulfill tasks associated with PWS 3.2.8. Knowledge of U.S. export-control regulations and compliance principles. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative government-contractor environment. Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Active DoD Secret clearance is required. Special Access Requirements (SAR) eligibility required. Will be required to sign Letter of Intent. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition or international security cooperation programs. Familiarity with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Experience supporting aircraft, aviation, or defense programs. Experience preparing export-control documentation, licensing packages, or compliance reviews. Familiarity with F-35 program operations, acquisition, sustainment, or international partner activities. Puyenpa provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr Puyenpa Services LLC