Global Trade Compliance Lead — ITAR/EAR

AMETEK, Inc.; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, a global leader in optical metrology systems, seeks a Trade Compliance Manager to mature its established framework and partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Leadership to support technologies serving global markets.

You will develop and implement compliance policies, classify products, and guide export licensing to ensure ITAR, EAR, and OFAC adherence while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Affairs, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience supporting trade compliance, export controls, and global trade operations.
• Knowledge of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFAC) and licensing.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance and improve the trade compliance program.
• Provide guidance on ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements and support licensing activities.
• Develop, maintain, and improve policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Collaborate with Engineering to determine ECCN/USML classifications for products and tech.
• Support reviews, audits, training, and ongoing regulatory compliance activities.

Skills

Export controls

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business, International Affairs, Business Administration

Job description

Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, a global leader in optical metrology systems, seeks a Trade Compliance Manager to mature its established framework and partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Leadership to support technologies serving global markets.

You will develop and implement compliance policies, classify products, and guide export licensing to ensure ITAR, EAR, and OFAC adherence while maintaining safety and quality.