Defense Trade Specialist

Defense Trade Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits

401k with company match

Quarterly wellness stipend

Accrued PTO and Sick Leave

Job summary

Defense Trade Solutions is looking for a Defense Trade Specialist in Washington, D.C. You’ll support the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) while ensuring compliance in international trade. Candidates should bring 2-5 years of defense trade experience and a comprehensive knowledge of ITAR, FMS, and TSFD.

The position offers a salary between $65,000 and $90,000, plus bonuses and extensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant work experience specific to defense trade.
• Experience building international trade compliance programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) needs of customers.
• Draft and manage ITAR export licenses and agreements.
• Participate in and manage ITAR compliance audits.

Skills

Defense trade experience

ITAR and FMS knowledge

Client management skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Relevant work experience (2-5 years)

DoD Active Secret Security Clearance

Job description

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.