Export Control Manager - Shd Composites

Shd Composite Materials Inc; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SHD Composite Materials Inc is seeking an Export Control Manager to lead global export control compliance across manufacturing, product development, and customer engagements involving advanced composite materials with dual-use applications. The role partners with a UK/EU counterpart to ensure alignment across regions and to develop a cohesive, global export control program across sites in the U.S.

and UK. The ideal candidate will drive training, policy updates, and audit mechanisms while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; technical background preferred.
• 5–8+ years of export control experience in manufacturing (aerospace/defense/advanced materials).
• Strong knowledge of ITAR/EAR and global trade compliance.
• Experience managing export compliance across multiple regions (US/UK/EU).

Responsibilities

• Develop export/import compliance strategies for manufacturing, product development, and global distribution.
• Advise on classification (USML/ECCN), licensing requirements for dual-use materials.
• Coordinate with UK/EU counterpart for global alignment.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, supply chain, legal to manage export risks.
• Lead contract and customer reviews for compliance and licensing.
• Establish TCPs and internal compliance procedures across facilities.
• Oversee export licensing, exemptions, and filings.
• Lead investigations, disclosures, and corrective actions for non-compliance.
• Deliver training on export control obligations across sites.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies.
• Oversee supply chain compliance requirements.

Skills

Export compliance

ITAR/EAR knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Cross-border collaboration

Communication skills

Auditing & investigations

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Export Control Manager - SHD Composites

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Export Control Manager to lead and coordinate export control compliance across our global manufacturing operations. This role will support production, product development, and customer engagement activities involving advanced composite materials, many of which have dual-use applications subject to both ITAR and EAR regulations.

This position will work closely with a UK/EU counterpart to ensure alignment across regions and develop a cohesive, global export control program. With operations in multiple locations, including the U.S. and UK, this role is critical to ensuring the organization has the internal capability to manage export control requirements consistently and effectively across all sites.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute export & import compliance strategies supporting manufacturing operations, product development, and global distribution of advanced materials (hardware, technical data, and related services)
• Serve as subject-matter expert for classification (USML/ECCN), jurisdiction determinations, and licensing requirements, particularly for dual-use materials
• Coordinate closely with UK/EU export control counterpart to ensure consistency and alignment across global operations
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, supply chain, commercial, and legal teams to proactively identify and manage export control risks
• Lead contract and customer review processes to ensure compliance with export regulations and licensing requirements
• Establish and maintain technology control plans (TCPs), internal compliance procedures, and audit mechanisms across all facilities
• Oversee export licensing, exemption/exception usage, and regulatory filings as required
• Lead investigations, disclosures, and corrective actions related to any potential non-compliance
• Deliver training and guidance to employees across multiple sites, ensuring awareness of export control obligations in a manufacturing environment
• Monitor changes in U.S., UK, and EU export control regulations and implement necessary updates to policies and procedures
• Oversee supply chain compliance requirements

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; technical background preferred
• 5-8+ years of export control experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace, defense, or advanced materials
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and global trade compliance frameworks, including dual-use regulations
• Experience managing export compliance across multiple regions (U.S. and UK/EU preferred)
• Proven ability to collaborate across international teams and functions
• Experience with export licensing, classification, and regulatory interpretation
• Strong communication and training capabilities
• Experience with compliance audits, investigations, and corrective actions
• U.S. Citizenship (as required for regulatory compliance)

Compensation details: 100000-160000 Yearly Salary