# Senior Trade Compliance Specialist, Classifier (R4874)

**Company:** [Shield AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/shield-ai)
**Location:** Dallas, TX, Washington, DC, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA
**Role:** Legal
**Salary:** $124k – $186k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Itar, Ear, Export Classification, Commodity Jurisdiction, Cj, Commodity Classification, Ccats, Usml, Ccl, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering
**Posted:** 2026-04-30

> Classifies hardware, software, and technology under ITAR and EAR regulations, conducts jurisdiction determinations, and partners with engineering teams to ensure compliant export documentation. Requires 5+ years experience with export regulations and technical background.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities

- Perform export classifications under ITAR and EAR for hardware, software, and technology
- Conduct jurisdiction determinations to distinguish between USML and CCL-controlled items
- Partner with Engineering teams to gather and interpret technical data, including system architecture, data flows, and specifications
- Translate complex technical information into accurate export classifications and supporting documentation
- Prepare and submit Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) requests and Commodity Classification (CCATS) submissions as needed
- Maintain detailed classification records in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
- Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on classification outcomes and regulatory implications

## Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of experience
- Experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) classification frameworks
- Hands-on experience conducting export classifications and jurisdiction determinations
- Strong technical background (e.g., software engineering, systems engineering, or similar) with the ability to interpret technical product details
- Experience collaborating with engineering teams to support classification efforts
- Experience preparing classification documentation, including CJ requests or CCATS submissions

## Preferred Qualifications

- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

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