International Trade Compliance Analyst - Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks an International Trade Compliance Analyst – Level 4 to manage export/import controls, ITAR/EAR regulations, and government authorizations in a dynamic defense environment.

The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance and will mentor junior analysts while coordinating with the Law Department and multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s with 6 years OR PhD with 4 years; alternative 4+ years in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Experience utilizing and applying the ITAR and EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive internal export/import controls to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies in international marketing, sales, supply chain and other business activities.
• Provide guidance and interpretation of USG regulations, including ITAR/EAR in complex scenarios.
• Prepare, submit to and obtain from US government all necessary export/import authorizations, permits, and certifications.
• Execute operational processes to ensure regulatory trade compliance through gate reviews of technical data, foreign travel, foreign visits and export/import shipments.
• Maintain applicable trade compliance records and reporting requirements.
• Support performance metrics for export processes.
• Collaborate with various functional areas to develop authorization strategies to meet business requirements and ensure compliance.
• Determine and validate commodity jurisdiction and classification during order reviews including CCATS submissions.
• Independently assess complex transactions and determine applicability of internal gate reviews, licenses, exceptions, exemptions."
• Coordinate with Law Department on investigations and corrective actions for non-compliance.
• Represent the organization as a prime contact on complex contracts or projects and interact with senior internal/external personnel on high visibility matters.

Skills

Clearance eligibility (Secret)

ITAR/EAR experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with experience

Equivalent combinations allowed

Tools

DESCARTE OCR EASE

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As an International Trade Compliance Analyst – Level 4 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. The preferred location for this role is Redondo Beach, CA. May consider one of the following major Space sector locations: San Diego, CA; Linthicum, MD; or McLean, VA.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage comprehensive internal export and import controls to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies in the conduct of international marketing, sales, supply chain and other business activities
• Providing guidance and interpretation of USG regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) complex scenarios
• Prepare, submit to and obtain from the US government all necessary export and import authorizations, permits, and certifications
• Execute operational processes to ensure regulatory trade compliance through gate reviews of technical data, foreign travel, foreign visits and export and import shipments
• Maintain applicable trade compliance records and reporting requirements in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Support performance metrics for export processes
• Collaborate with various functional areas to develop and implement appropriate authorization strategies to meet business requirements and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
• Determine and validate appropriate commodity jurisdiction and classification when conducting the order of review to include applicability of formal Commodity Jurisdiction or CCATS submission
• Independently assess complex transactions and determine applicability of internal gate reviews, licenses, exceptions, and exemptions
• In coordination with the Law Department, investigates and supports disclosure of potential non-compliance, and development and implementation of effective corrective actions
• Represent the organization as a prime contact on complex contracts or projects, internal working groups, and capture activities. Interact with senior internal and external personnel on high visibility matters often requiring coordination between organizations
• Mentor junior level Analysts and Technical Advisors on export regulations and internal processes and procedures
• Develop and deliver presentations, including Export General Awareness training, program/function specific export training, lessons learned, and program/capture export licensing strategy updates to Division leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Experience utilizing and applying the ITAR and EAR

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Customs/Census, FAR/DFARS, and other US Government Regulations.
• Experience in reviewing and understanding contracts, subcontracts, and associated scope of work and requirements.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with DESCARTE OCR EASE Export & Import Global Trade Compliance Software.
• Experience providing training to export licensing personnel and functional requesters.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with internal and external customers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $176,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.