Trade Compliance Manager

Aerospace Dynamics International, Inc. (ADI), a division of Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC), is a leading manufacturer of high-precision machined parts and assemblies serving the commercial and military aerospace industries. Our products support critical aircraft structures, including caps, panels, bulkheads, longerons, spars, wing ribs, thrust reversers, and custom tooling solutions such as stretch form blocks.

About the role

This full-time position manages the import and export compliance process, ensuring compliance with Customs Regulations, ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), and EAR (Export Administration Regulations). The Trade Compliance Officer will review routine import and export shipments, maintain records, and manage export and import licenses. This role reports directly to the site’s General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
  • Ensure compliance with PCC Code of Conduct, PCC Import Compliance Manual, Corporate Export Compliance Procedures (CECPs), and all applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain adherence to import Customs Regulations, ITAR, EAR, and other applicable U.S. and international trade regulations.
  • Oversee an effective import compliance program, including risk areas: valuation, classification, country of origin, documentation, and recordkeeping.
  • Serve as the site's Facility Compliance Officer, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Perform internal compliance reviews, including periodic audits of transactional documentation and processes.
  • Advise leadership on trade compliance risks related to business activities and decisions.
• Import & Export Operations
  • Process routine import and export shipments in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Work with finance and purchasing to ensure imported goods are appropriately valued.
  • Classify products for import to/from the U.S. under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and Schedule B.
  • Perform evaluation and analysis of eligibility for preferential treatment under Free Trade Agreements (e.g., USMCA); manage requests to suppliers for supporting documentation.
  • Analyze and interpret import regulations and maintain current knowledge of changes.
  • Identify and implement procedures to minimize import duties as allowed under law.
  • Advise site general managers and senior staff on trade compliance aspects and risks of proposed business decisions; collaborate with peers at related company sites.
  • Monitor compliance activities and the effectiveness of internal controls.
  • Review trade compliance internal controls (procedures, work instructions, forms, checklists, and tools) with site department managers.
  • Produce and analyze reports from Customs’ ACE portal, internal ERP/MRP, and other information systems.
  • Oversee relationships with freight forwarders and customs brokers; audit for effectiveness.
  • Maintain effective trade (import and export) compliance programs at assigned sites in collaboration with site-level and Regional Facility Compliance Officers.
  • Determine export classifications (ECCN/USML) and identify applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Review and validate outbound shipments for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Evaluate shipping and export documentation for regulatory adherence and company policy compliance.
  • Support resolution of complex import transactions with senior compliance staff.
  • Support and administer duty drawback processes, including identifying eligible transactions, maintaining required documentation, and coordinating filings.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of all import/export transactions in accordance with ITAR/EAR recordkeeping requirements.
  • Ensure documentation supports regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and duty drawback claims.
  • Track and maintain required compliance documentation in accordance with company policies.
  • Review and maintain internal work instructions and train applicable departments on related requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with customer-facing teams to ensure appropriate documentation and authorizations are in place.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (logistics, legal, operations, shipping) to ensure efficient and compliant trade processes.
  • Collaborate with finance and operations teams to support duty drawback recovery efforts.
  • Support training and awareness across the organization regarding compliance procedures.
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting
  • Assist with maintenance and improvement of trade compliance procedures and controls.
  • Support internal and external audits related to trade compliance.
  • Prepare reports on compliance activities, metrics, and issues, including duty drawback tracking.

Requirements

• High school diploma, associate’s degree, or equivalent required.
• Customs Broker License preferred.
• Demonstrated history of competency implementing or working in an efficient and effective customs compliance program (including product classification and related party valuation experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with ITAR and EAR regulated goods and trade compliance procedures.
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and applicable import/export regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve potential compliance issues.
• Experience reviewing shipping and export documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with Customs duty drawback processes and documentation preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including ability to research transactions and prepare reports in Customs’ Automated Commercial Environment (ACE), ERP/MRP systems, and spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with compliance or ERP systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.