Export Controls & Trade Compliance Lead

Inertia; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

Inertia seeks an experienced compliance leader to build and run the export controls and trade compliance function as it scales its fusion energy program. You will own the program, translate complex regulations into actionable guidance, and partner with Engineering, Operations, and leadership to embed compliance into product and research activities.

The role requires a deep background in EAR/ITAR and DOE/NNSA requirements, with the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, startup-like

Qualifications

• 10+ years in export controls, trade compliance, or a closely related regulatory field.
• Deep working knowledge of EAR, ITAR, and related regulations.
• Experience independently analyzing complex export control questions for technical teams.
• Experience with classifications, licensing, deemed exports, and program development.
• Experience in highly regulated, technical environments such as aerospace, energy, or national labs.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop Inertia's trade compliance and export control program across regulated technologies.
• Ensure compliance with EAR, ITAR, 10 CFR 810, DOE/NNSA regulations and government contracts.
• Advise teams on export classifications, licensing, and technology controls.
• Develop processes for controlled information access and documentation.
• Conduct risk assessments, trainings, and internal investigations; implement corrective actions.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Security, and leadership to integrate compliance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and translate them into practical guidance for the organization.
• Support government-funded programs and national lab partnerships as needed.

Skills

Export controls

Trade compliance

Regulatory analysis

Program development

cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Risk assessment

Documentation

Job description

Inertia seeks an experienced compliance leader to build and run the export controls and trade compliance function as it scales its fusion energy program. You will own the program, translate complex regulations into actionable guidance, and partner with Engineering, Operations, and leadership to embed compliance into product and research activities.

The role requires a deep background in EAR/ITAR and DOE/NNSA requirements, with the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, startup-like