Export Manager

Judge Consulting Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Judge Consulting Group seeks an experienced Export Controls & Trade Compliance Manager to lead the global trade compliance program for defense and government programs. You will act as the subject matter expert on export controls, licensing, import compliance, and government trade regulations in collaboration with Engineering, PM, Supply Chain, Legal, BD, and executive leadership.

This strategic role oversees export licensing, DDTC registrations, compliance reporting, internal audits, and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; field as listed.
• 7+ years in export controls/trade compliance in regulated industries.
• ITAR/EAR compliance program administration experience.
• Experience preparing export licenses, TAAs, MLAs, and registrations.
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Experience supporting import compliance, tariffs, and cross-border shipments.
• Experience conducting internal audits and government audits.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance and U.S. Person status.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's export controls and global trade compliance program for defense and government programs.
• Manage ITAR and EAR compliance across functions and ensure proper handling of controlled technologies.
• Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications and other authorizations.
• Maintain registrations with DDTC and other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure timely government reporting, registrations renewals, and filings.
• Advise engineering, PM, supply chain, and BD on licensing requirements and data handling.
• Develop and maintain internal export compliance policies and training.
• Conduct internal reviews, spot audits, and risk assessments for compliance.

Skills

Export controls

ITAR/EAR compliance

Regulatory filings

Cross-functional collaboration

Audits & internal reviews

Compliance training

Security clearance readiness

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Business, Law, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Export Controls & Trade Compliance Manager to lead the company's global trade compliance program and ensure full compliance with U.S. export regulations supporting advanced defense technologies. This individual will serve as the subject matter expert for export controls, licensing, import compliance, and government trade regulations while partnering closely with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Legal, Business Development, and Executive Leadership.

This is a highly strategic role responsible for enabling the lawful movement of controlled technologies, supporting government contracts, and protecting the company from regulatory risk. You will oversee export licensing, government registrations, compliance reporting, internal audits, and policy development while ensuring adherence to ITAR, EAR, FAR, DFARS, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and other U.S. government compliance requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the company's export controls and global trade compliance program supporting U.S. defense and government programs.
• Manage ITAR and EAR compliance across all business functions, ensuring controlled technologies are handled in accordance with U.S. export regulations.
• Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), and other authorizations.
• Maintain company registrations with the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and other regulatory agencies.
• Ensure timely completion of all government reporting, registration renewals, and compliance filings.
• Advise Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Business Development on export classification, licensing requirements, and controlled technical data.
• Develop and maintain internal export compliance policies, procedures, and employee training programs.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews, spot audits, and risk assessments to ensure adherence to export regulations and corporate policies.
• Support government audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory inquiries.
• Provide guidance on import compliance, customs regulations, tariffs, and cross-border movement of defense articles and technical data.
• Partner with Contracts and Legal teams to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and government contract requirements.
• Support anti-bribery, anti-corruption, lobbying, and business ethics compliance programs in accordance with U.S. government regulations.
• Monitor changes to U.S. export laws and trade regulations, proactively implementing process improvements to maintain compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for trade compliance matters across domestic and international operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Trade, Business, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing export controls and trade compliance within the defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
• Extensive experience administering ITAR and EAR compliance programs for controlled defense technologies.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing export license applications, government registrations, and regulatory filings.
• Strong knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and U.S. export licensing requirements.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Experience supporting import compliance, customs regulations, tariffs, and cross-border shipments.
• Experience conducting internal compliance audits and preparing organizations for government audits.
• Strong understanding of anti-bribery, anti-corruption, ethics, and government contracting compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. Person status required due to export control regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience serving as the lead Export Compliance Officer for a defense prime contractor or high-growth defense technology company.
• Familiarity with Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations.
• Experience supporting international defense programs, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), or Direct Commercial Sales (DCS).
• Knowledge of customs valuation, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification, and global trade operations.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Export Specialist (CES), Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP), or equivalent.
• Experience implementing enterprise-wide trade compliance programs within rapidly growing organizations.
• Experience supporting classified government programs and controlled technical data environments.