Export Compliance Specialist

SPECTRAFORCE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SPECTRAFORCE is seeking a Product Data Management Specialist 4 in Seattle, WA, for 12 months with potential extension. You will perform export classifications (ECCN/ITAR) for aerospace data, engage in Order of Review processes, and work with engineers to ensure EAR/ITAR compliance across designs and systems.

The role emphasizes building independent classification capability, updating guidance materials, and supporting compliance investigations with Global Trade Control and Legal teams.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR requirements.
• AA degree plus 6+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience performing export classifications for aerospace data.
• Experience conducting Order of Review for standard classifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs export classifications (ECCN and ITAR) for aerospace data, drawings, materials, software and systems.
• Conducts an Order of Review independently to perform standard classifications.
• Evaluates technical data to determine classifications under EAR/ITAR.
• Builds onward self-classifier status with mentor for increased independence.
• Contributes to process improvements and documents export decision guides.
• Updates export guidance materials for internal stakeholders.
• Supports investigations and compliance risk assessments related to exports.
• Collaborates with engineers and with Global Trade Control and Legal teams on complex cases.
• Translates regulations into practical guidance for engineering teams.

Skills

Export classifications

ITAR/EAR regulatory knowledge

Analytical reasoning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

AA degree in related discipline

Job description

JOB TITLE: Product Data Management Specialist 4

LOCATION: Seattle, WA

DURATION: 12 months with potential for extension

• Shift: 1st

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Performs export classifications (ECCN and ITAR) for aerospace technical data including drawings, materials, source code, and engineering systems.
• Conducts an Order of Review independently to perform standard classifications for export compliance.
• Evaluates technical data including drawings, BOMs, software, and systems to determine appropriate classifications under EAR and ITAR regulations.
• Builds onward self-classifier status with mentor support for increasing independence in classification decisions.
• Contributes to process improvements and documentation of export decision guides used across the organization.
• Updates and enhances export decision guidance materials for internal stakeholder use.
• Supports corporate investigations and compliance risk assessments for export control activities.
• Collaborates with engineers to evaluate data, challenge assumptions, and guide compliant decisions.
• Works with Global Trade Control and Legal teams on complex or high-risk classification cases.
• Translates complex regulations into practical guidance for engineering teams.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience performing export classifications (ECCN and ITAR) for technical data in aerospace or related industries.
• Experience conducting Order of Review for standard classifications.
• Ability to build onward self-classifier status with minimal mentor review.
• Experience contributing to process improvements and documentation of compliance procedures.
• Experience evaluating engineering technical data including drawings, source code, BOMs, and systems.
• Experience supporting corporate investigations and compliance risk assessments.
• Experience collaborating with engineers to guide compliant decisions.
• Experience working with Global Trade Control and Legal teams on compliance cases.
• Ability to translate complex regulations into practical guidance for engineering teams.

About Us

Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE is now a leading US staffing firm known for exceptional client service and innovative A.I.-powered talent acquisition. We offer Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) staffing solutions across sectors like Technology, Financial Services, and Healthcare. With over 140 clients across the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India, we celebrate NEWJOBPHORIA—transforming careers one placement at a time.