Trade Compliance Administrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer export compliance activities in accordance with:


• U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)


• Internation Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)


• U.S. Customs regulations


• Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements


• Classify products, components, and technical data under EAR/ITAR guidelines.


• Prepare and review export documentation including:


• Commercial invoices


• Shipper's Export Declarations (SED/EEI)


• Bills of lading


• Certificates of origin


• Coordinate export license applications and monitor license provisos.


• Conduct restricted party screenings and maintain audit-ready documentation.


• Work closely with engineering, supply chain contracts, and program management teams to ensure compliant shipments.


• Support internal and external compliance audits.


• Maintain export records in accordance with regulatory retention requirements.


• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on trade compliance matters.


• Identify and mitigate potential compliance risks.

Required Qualifications:

• Mandatory Certification:


• Export Customs Specialist Certificate OR Export Specialist Certificate


• 3-7 years of experience in export compliance, customs administration, or trade compliance within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industries.


• Strong working knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations.


• Proficiency in ERP systems and export compliance software tools.


• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpacked, regulated environment.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with defense contracts or controlled technical data.


• Familiarity with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications.


• Experience supporting government audits or voluntary disclosures.


• Bachelor's degree in international business, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.


• A Certified Export Specialists is preferred.