Import/Export Compliance Officer
$101,600–$132,000 year
On-siteMelvindale, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Implement and continuously improve the trade compliance program with meaningful attention to defense-related activities and the Land Systems division. Partner with key functions to strategize business objectives, serve as a subject matter expert on ITAR and EAR compliance, and draft export license applications and agreements. Coordinate with foreign affiliates on U.S., Swedish, and other national trade requirements while ensuring the Company maintains required export authorizations. Monitor changes to trade laws, advise management on risk mitigation, and develop compliance training tailored to key business functions. Translate corporate policies into local site procedures and standardize practices across locations to promote consistency within the division.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of experience with the ITAR, EAR, and other applicable trade regulations
- Master's degree
- 8+ years of experience
- equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience partnering with engineering teams on USML/ECCN classification determinations
- improving product marking, labeling, and related workflows
- Currently hold, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, a Security Clearance
- Ability to travel 5%-10%, domestically and possibly internationally
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation
- must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
- required to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with classification
- BATFE permanent import licensing
- the compliant shipment of explosive materials and other defense articles on the U.S. Munitions Import List
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain issues and requirements rather than simply stating them
- Experience working with foreign entities
- an appreciation of cultural differences
- Ability to work independently as well as under direction
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to perform and manage multiple substantive and administrative activities concurrently
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