Senior Import Compliance Specialist
Senior Import Compliance Specialist ensuring global import activities meet U.S. CBP regulations, HTS classification, valuation, and origin rules in the aerospace/defense sector. Requires 5+ years trade compliance experience, bachelor's degree, and ability to manage ITAR/EAR data while partnering with supply chain and legal teams.
About the job
What you'll do
Import Compliance & Customs Management
- Ensure compliance with all U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and applicable Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements.
- Assign Harmonized Tariff (HTS) classifications and country of origin determinations.
- Determine country of origin, valuation, and admissibility of imported merchandise.
- Ensure correct customs documentation, valuation practices, and broker instructions.
- Oversee customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure compliant import operations.
- Partner with Program Management, Product Delivery, Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, Legal, and Trade Compliance teams to resolve customs-related issues.
- Support duty savings initiations, including Free Trade Agreements, Duty Drawback, and other customs programs where applicable.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in international business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in trade compliance within aerospace, defense, or high-tech industries.
- Working knowledge of HTS classification, customs valuation, and import processes.
- Ability to manage sensitive and export-controlled information (ITAR/EAR Technical Data).
- Strong communication skills and ability to train personnel across the organization.
Preferred qualifications
- Active U.S. Customs Broker License.
- Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements (USMCA and others).
- Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR), Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS), customs valuation, country of origin determination.
- Experience working with UAV systems, defense articles, avionics, or controlled software.
- Background in program management, logistics, or engineering support roles.
Key competencies
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to balance regulatory compliance with operational needs.
- High integrity and sound judgment in handling compliance matters.
- Proactive mindset with ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
Skills
Hts Classification, Customs Valuation, Country Of Origin, U.S. Customs Regulations, Itar/Ear, Customs Brokerage, Free Trade Agreements, Duty Drawback, 19 Cfr, Htsus, Trade Compliance
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