U.S. Trade Compliance Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director, Compliance & Contracts and cross-functional teams to help design, implement, and continuously improve Zygo’s trade compliance program
• Provide practical guidance on U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFAC) to internal stakeholders
• Review, update, and maintain company policies and procedures related to export compliance
• Support the preparation and submission of export license applications
• Aid in developing and tracking compliance-related projects and initiatives
• Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action plans
• Maintain accurate records related to export compliance activities, including denied party screening documentation
• Collaborate with Engineering to determine ECCN and USML classifications for commodities, software, and technical data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, International Affairs, or a related field
• Experience in trade compliance or export administration, including: Export licensing, Regulatory policy development, Classification under USML or CCL
• Strong analytical and research skills related to ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience contributing to or building trade compliance programs
• Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated project management capabilities in a compliance or regulatory setting