Defense Trade Specialist

Are you interested in building a safer world through international trade? Defense Trade Solutions (DTS) is hiring! We have an opportunity for Defense Trade Specialists to join our team.  This is a non-supervisory position that will report to our Solutions Delivery Team, responsible for supporting the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) needs of our customers. 

This level at DTS works on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties with minimal supervision from senior staff.

Our Mission:

• To safeguard U.S. and allied military advantage with responsible, simplified defense trade and export control through a holistic, mission-driven approach.

Our Vision:

• A safer world through international trade.

Who You Are:

• Embody our values of Integrity, Passion, Simplicity, Trust, Curiosity, and Stewardship to our team, our customers, and our business.


• Professional with a strong interest in foreign policy and national security.


• Passionate about the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Arms Export Control Act (AECA), Technology Security & Foreign Disclosure (TSFD), Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Global Trade.


• Desires to solve complex problems with solutions that result in providing military technology to U.S. allies and partners in a legal and compliant manner.


• Self-starter who thrives in an environment that rewards creativity, ambition, and integrity.


• An entrepreneur who wants to be involved in building a premier professional service firm.


• Yearns to grow and be coached to achieve full potential.


• Craves the fast pace of a start-up environment.


• A positive team player with a “Yes, if” attitude who is always on the hunt for solutions.


• Value “Work-Life Harmony” through success and fulfillment within both your career and personal life.

What You Bring to DTS:

•  2-5 years of relevant work experience specific to defense trade – ITAR, FMS or TSFD experience required. 


• Working knowledge of the ITAR, EAR, and AECA.


• Experience building international trade compliance programs for aerospace or defense companies (prior ITAR-Empowered Official preferred).


• Strong ability to draft and manage ITAR export licenses and agreements.


• Experience participating in and managing ITAR compliance audits and assessments.


• Ability to conduct self-classifications and commodity jurisdictions with technical rigor.


• Experience drafting and implementing enterprise-wide international trade compliance policies & procedures.


• Working knowledge of the Foreign Military Sales process from Letter of Request (LOR) to Letter of Offer & Acceptance (LOA).


• Working knowledge of Technology Security & Foreign Disclosure (TSFD) Release.


• Customer service and client management skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively and provide training to audiences at all levels (from action officer to C-Suite) in a defense industry enterprise.


• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and the U.S. Government with guidance.


• Ability to solve defense trade problems and provide service to our customers with supervision.


• A reliable resource for all teammates with strong written and verbal communication skills.


• The ability to hold and maintain a DoD Active Secret Security Clearance or higher is required.


• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

Compensation:

• Specialist Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 commensurate with 2-5 years of experience.


• Bonus: Discretionary performance bonus of up to 20% of salary. The bonus is tied to the achievement of company goals as well as individual performance.


• Benefits: Major Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental; 9/80 Schedule, 3 weeks accrued PTO, 10 Holidays, Accrued Sick Leave, Holiday Shutdown, $100 Quarterly Stipend for Wellness, $100 Monthly Stipend for WFH Setup, 401k with company match.