Export Compliance General Counsel — EAR/ITAR Expert in Optics

Torrent Photonics; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrent Photonics, a leader in photonics and precision optics, seeks a Legal General Counsel to helm export compliance across EAR and ITAR. You will classify products, manage licenses, and lead technology controls to protect sensitive data while enabling growth.

Close collaboration with engineering, sales, and operations is essential. Ideal candidates have hands-on EAR/ITAR experience, strong cross-functional skills, and a track record in regulated manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of export/compliance experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with EAR/ITAR, classification, and licensing.
• Strong understanding of controlled technical data and technology control requirements.
• Ability to work with engineers and production teams to ensure compliant operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s EAR and ITAR compliance program.
• Classify products, technical data, software, and technology.
• Support license applications, commodity classifications, and jurisdiction reviews.
• Maintain a Technology Control Plan.
• Manage restricted‑party, end‑use, and customer screening.
• Review export shipments and technical data releases.
• Train employees on export compliance responsibilities.
• Conduct internal audits and corrective actions.
• Support investigations and voluntary disclosures when needed.
• Partner with leadership to reduce compliance risk while supporting business growth.

Skills

Export compliance

EAR/ITAR knowledge

Classification experience

Licensing & approvals

Internal audits

Training & policies

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, law, international trade

Job description

Torrent Photonics, a leader in photonics and precision optics, seeks a Legal General Counsel to helm export compliance across EAR and ITAR. You will classify products, manage licenses, and lead technology controls to protect sensitive data while enabling growth.

Close collaboration with engineering, sales, and operations is essential. Ideal candidates have hands-on EAR/ITAR experience, strong cross-functional skills, and a track record in regulated manufacturing.