Customs Auditor (Contract)

Airbus Helicopters is seeking a Customs Auditor (Contract) to join the Customs & Trade Compliance Team in Grapevine, TX. This temporary contract position coordinates post-entry audit and broker oversight activities, ensuring compliance with Customs and Border Protection regulations and company import procedures.

About the Role

This position is responsible for auditing all import entries filed under our Importer of Record number, submitting Customs ACH duty and fee records for payment confirmation, and supporting trade compliance activities. The role is temporary with no fixed duration and may be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a third-party vendor and assigned to Airbus in America.

Responsibilities

• Customs Auditing (50%):
  • Audit all 7501 customs entries according to established procedures.
  • Evaluate broker performance using monthly spreadsheets and maintain performance statistics.
  • Facilitate quarterly broker review meetings and ensure compliance with procedures.
  • Submit weekly and monthly customs compliance status reports.
  • Compile supporting information for CF28s, CF29s, ISA audits, and other inquiries.
  • Address rejects and Census warnings, including corrections and supporting documentation.
  • Maintain follow-up procedures for all reply and action items.
  • Serve as backup support for the Classification Specialist.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action Coordination (20%):
  • Research discrepancies between receiving and customs entries.
  • Request PEA corrections and reply to CF28s/CF29s with manager approval.
  • Ensure adherence to established compliance procedures.
• Data Analytics (20%):
  • Acquire and maintain data from primary/secondary sources.
  • Develop relationships with key business partners to facilitate information flow.
  • Translate financial data into actionable operational insights.
  • Analyze and extract relevant information to support business decisions.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for internal communication.
• Administration/Invoice Management (10%):
  • Audit purchase orders, invoices, and entry summaries for customs compliance.
  • Maintain records of Airbus Helicopters’ customs-related documents per retention policies.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Six years of experience in a warehouse/distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Three years of experience in import/export and auditing procedures.
• Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. citizen, green card holder, or covered under an existing ITAR license).
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs rules and regulations.
• Understanding of import/export and auditing processes.
• Strong customer service focus and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to adapt communication style to meet customer needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Experience with ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aviation/aerospace industry.
• One year of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) experience.
• Certified Customs Specialist Certification or Customs Broker License.
• Experience with Integration Point or other FTZ/trade compliance systems.
• SAP experience.

Working Environment

Located in Grapevine, TX, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, Airbus Helicopters’ U.S. headquarters employs over 1,000 people. The region offers access to seven professional sports teams, including a custom Airbus helicopter dedicated to the Dallas Cowboys.

Physical Requirements

• Work Setting: 100% onsite.
• Vision: Ability to read computer screens, documents, reports, and engineering drawings.
• Hearing: Ability to participate in conversations, teleconferences, and hear safety warnings/alarms.
• Speaking: Ability to communicate in meetings and conversations.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to use computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, and electronic ID cards.
• Carrying/Lifting: Ability to carry/lift up to 30 lbs/14 kg (documents, tools, equipment).
• Mobility: Ability to push/pull office furniture, sit for extended periods, squat/kneel, stand, and walk (including uneven surfaces).
• Travel: Ability to travel independently and at short notice.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
  • Administrative role PPE: Steel-toed shoes for shop floor visits; hearing/eye protection as required.
  • Site/customer site PPE: Safety shoes, glasses, hearing protection, respirators/masks, and gloves as required.