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Senior Trade Compliance Specialist- Authorizations (R4873)

Manages export authorizations and licensing for ITAR/EAR-controlled technologies, interfaces with regulatory agencies like DDTC/BIS, and guides cross-functional teams on compliance. Requires 5+ years experience with export regulations and trade compliance tools.

124k – 186kWashington, DCSan Diego, CADallas, TX+1 moreLegalOnsite5+ YOE

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Manage export authorizations, including preparation, submission, and tracking of license applications
  • Interface with U.S. regulatory agencies (e.g., DDTC, BIS) as needed to support licensing activities
  • Provide guidance on ITAR and EAR requirements to internal stakeholders across Engineering, Program Management, and Operations
  • Support jurisdiction and classification determinations for products, software, and technology
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance is integrated into business processes and program execution
  • Maintain accurate records in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
  • Utilize trade compliance systems (e.g., DECCS, SNAP-R) to manage licensing workflows

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)
  • Hands-on experience managing export authorizations and regulatory interactions
  • Familiarity with trade compliance tools and systems, including DECCS and SNAP-R
  • Strong understanding of export licensing workflows, classification, and jurisdiction determinations
  • Experience collaborating with and influencing cross-functional stakeholders

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

Skills

ItarEarDeccsSnap-RDdtcBisExport LicensingClassification DeterminationsJurisdiction DeterminationsTrade Compliance Systems

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