Global Trade Compliance Manager
About Epirus
Epirus is a high-growth technology company focused on addressing the unique challenges of national security through innovative solutions. Their flagship product, Leonidas, utilizes intelligent power management to enhance efficiency in power-hungry systems.
Job Summary
The ideal candidate for the Global Trade Compliance (“GTC”) Manager role at Epirus is experienced in import and export compliance within a manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Director of Contracts and Compliance, this role involves oversight of compliance with various trade laws and regulations, including ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs, OFAC, and others. The GTC Manager will also advise senior leadership and collaborate on strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance and standardization in business operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage the import and export compliance program
- Draft export licenses for commodities and technical data
- Prepare written jurisdiction classifications for commodities and technical data
- Draft and implement policies and procedures
- Oversee the denied-party screening program
- Support internal investigations
- Supervise and assist with audits
- Utilize IT systems that contain and manage export-controlled technical data
- Maintain up-to-date with changes in relevant regulations and provide necessary updates
- Collaborate with engineers to complete jurisdiction classifications for new product development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- 5-7 years of import/export experience, preferably in a defense and/or manufacturing business environment
- Extensive knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations
- Basic knowledge of import regulations
- Experience working with U.S. government IT systems, including DECCS and SNAP-R
Preferred Skills and Experience
- U.S. Customs Broker License, CUSECO or other industry certifications
- Master’s or other graduate-level degree
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive and collaborative mindset
- Knowledge of lean process improvement and/or Agile systems and tools
- Familiarity with OCR-EASE
Additional Requirements
- Regular travel is not anticipated for this role; however, occasional trips may be necessary for customer meetings, training events, and regulatory interactions.
Itar Requirements
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the ideal candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Company Culture
Epirus values its people and fosters a culture of continuous learning and belonging. They prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion and are always seeking problem solvers, changemakers, and innovators to join their dynamic team. As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: $129,600—$165,200 USD.