ICITAP Export Control and Trade Compliance Advisor
Remote · New York City, New York, United States or US
Job Summary
Join Amentum as an Independent Contractor in the role of Export Control and Trade Compliance Advisor, where you will provide expert guidance on strategic trade control frameworks and mentor partner governments and industries on export control systems. You will conduct legal-regulatory reviews and capacity assessments, develop training programs on licensing procedures, and draft compliance documentation. The ideal candidate has at least 15 years of relevant experience, a strong leadership background in export compliance, and in-depth knowledge of nonproliferation regimes.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of experience in export control, trade compliance, or dual-use licensing (government or private sector)
- Proven record of leadership in export compliance advisory roles or government enforcement capacity
- Experience working with strategic sectors such as defense, vacuum/coating technology, nuclear, or high-tech manufacturing
- In-depth knowledge of international nonproliferation regimes (Wassenaar, NSG, MTCR, Australia Group) and UNSCR 1540
- Experience managing or advising national control authorities or trade compliance departments with >30 staff
- Strong presentation, project management, and intercultural communication skills
- Fluent in English (C1+); additional language skills (German, French, or regional languages) preferred
Desired Qualifications
- Legal or policy advisory background with direct contributions to STC legislation or compliance frameworks
- Experience conducting Red Team or risk-based assessments in aviation, nuclear, or electronics supply chains
- History of representing national or industry stakeholders in multilateral export control forums
- Prior fieldwork under EXBS, UNODA, EU CBRN CoE, or similar international cooperation mechanisms
- Authorship of export control guidance, tools, or handbooks adopted by international actors
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