Global Trade Compliance Lead - Defense & Aerospace

Moog; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k matching

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog is seeking a Global Trade Compliance Manager for the Defense Division in the United States. This onsite role in Buffalo/East Aurora requires coordinating with defense teams, ensuring compliance with ITAR, EAR and related regulations, and guiding complex licensing for global opportunities.

The candidate will manage classifications, engage with multiple stakeholders, and travel domestically and internationally up to 25% to support Moog SDG initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field; advanced degree highly desirable
• 7+ years of export/import experience with regulations
• 3+ years in program/project management
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with US and global trade regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFAC)

Responsibilities

• Participate in defense strategy and senior leadership meetings to drive trade compliance
• Provide guidance on trade-related solutions to achieve business opportunities
• Research trade parameters for Moog SDG in international markets
• Guide compliance with trade laws for new locations and acquisitions
• Compile and manage classifications using Moog systems; support investigations and license processes

Job description

Moog is seeking a Global Trade Compliance Manager for the Defense Division in the United States. This onsite role in Buffalo/East Aurora requires coordinating with defense teams, ensuring compliance with ITAR, EAR and related regulations, and guiding complex licensing for global opportunities.

The candidate will manage classifications, engage with multiple stakeholders, and travel domestically and internationally up to 25% to support Moog SDG initiatives.