Compliance Administrator

Safran S.A.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement (401K) plans with employer

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Over 300 career paths across global

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems Kentucky is seeking a Compliance Administrator to support export control, licenses, and compliance across international shipments. You will work with global trade processes to ensure regulatory filings and classifications meet ITAR/EAR requirements.

You will drive audits, assist in training, and help implement continuous improvement in compliance and ethics programs, reporting to the Global Trade Manager and Compliance Officer.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of export control regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR) and customs procedures.
• Experience in export license management and regulatory filings.
• Working knowledge of international shipping processes, import/export documentation, and Incoterms.
• Familiarity with compliance risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Understanding of ethics and anticorruption compliance in a corporate environment.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and documentation
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve compliance issues in a timely manner
• Capable of conducting due diligence, audits, and compliance assessments
• Proficiency with SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and ERP systems (SAP)

Skills

Export control regulations

Customs procedures

Export license management

Regulatory filings

International shipping processes

Import/export documentation

Incoterms

Compliance risk management

Internal control frameworks

Ethics & anticorruption compliance

Analytical problem solving

Attention to detail

Due diligence & audits

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office Suite

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Safran employee, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Landing Systems, where you can look to the skies and say "we did that."

Compliance Administrator

The Compliance Administrator is a central support function within Safran Landing Systems Kentucky, reporting to the Global Trade Manager and Compliance Officer. This role is responsible for work and projects of moderate complexity, ensuring that company processes, internal controls, license management, and reporting meet international laws, regulations, and corporate policies. You will coordinate with staff involved in transaction processing and due diligence, resolve issues through short-term planning and troubleshooting, and assist with training and procedure development.

The position provides support for Export Control and Customs activities, including license management, product classification, and compliance for international shipments. You will drive completion of audits and assessments, participate in long-term logistics harmonization projects, and promote continuous improvement. The Compliance Administrator serves as a central resource for export and customs compliance, ethics and anticorruption initiatives, risk management, and supply chain operations support, fostering a culture of operational excellence and integrity within Safran. At Safran Landing Systems Kentucky, you'll be joining a world-class organization recognized as an industry leader in aerospace, innovation, and operational excellence. As Compliance Administrator, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Safran is committed to developing its people and offers a variety of opportunities for professional growth and skills advancement. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience across multiple aspects of international trade compliance, export control, and supply chain operations, supporting your long-term career development. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about our mission to deliver quality, compliance, and trust to prominent customers worldwide.

Working at Safran means contributing to a culture of respect, diversity, and shared success where your commitment to ethics and operational excellence helps drive both our local achievements and global reputation. As part of a top-ranked aerospace and defense company, you'll have the chance to influence meaningful projects, grow your expertise, and build a rewarding career within Safran's international network.

A strong candidate for this position will possess:

• Strong knowledge of export control regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR) and customs procedures
• Experience in export license management and regulatory filings
• Working knowledge of international shipping processes, import/export documentation, and Incoterms
• Familiarity with compliance risk management and internal control frameworks
• Understanding of ethics and anticorruption compliance in a corporate environment
• Ability to interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and documentation
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve compliance issues in a timely manner
• Capable of conducting due diligence, audits, and compliance assessments
• Proficiency with SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and ERP systems (SAP)