Trade Compliance Administrator

Responsibilities

• Manage export compliance activities in alignment with applicable U.S. regulations, including:
  • U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
  • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • U.S. Customs regulations
  • Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements
• Classify products, components, and technical data in accordance with EAR and ITAR guidelines.
• Prepare, review, and validate export documentation such as:
  • Commercial invoices
  • Shipper's Export Declarations (SED/EEI)
  • Bills of lading
  • Certificates of origin
• Coordinate export license applications and ensure adherence to license provisos and conditions.
• Perform restricted party screenings and maintain audit-ready compliance records.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, contracts, and program management teams to ensure compliant international shipments.
• Support internal and external compliance audits and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain export documentation in accordance with regulatory record retention requirements.
• Deliver guidance and training to internal stakeholders on trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate potential export compliance risks.

Qualifications

Required

• Mandatory Certification: Export Customs Specialist Certificate or Export Specialist Certificate
• 3-7 years of experience in export compliance, customs administration, or trade compliance within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations.
• Experience with ERP systems and export compliance software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting defense contracts or handling controlled technical data.
• Familiarity with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications.
• Experience participating in government audits or voluntary disclosures.
• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Certified Export Specialist designation preferred.