Lead Specialist, International Trade Compliance

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health coach

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a skilled International Trade Compliance professional to join the ITC team. You will oversee export operations, prepare declarations, and ensure regulatory compliance across DDTC, BIS, ITAR, EAR, and U.S. Customs requirements.

You will partner with programs and cross-functional teams to implement controls, train staff, and contribute to process improvements while maintaining meticulous records and supporting authorization filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in trade compliance.
• Progressive experience in trade compliance or closely related field.
• Experience with DDTC and BIS licensing applications.
• Strong knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and U.S. Customs requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee export shipment operations ensuring compliance with licenses.
• Prepare, review, and file export declarations.
• Audit export declaration records for accuracy and data integrity.
• Monitor and report trade compliance metrics and KPIs.
• Deliver training on export processes and compliance.
• Support preparation of authorization applications to DDTC and BIS.
• Evaluate and disposition license exemptions.
• Maintain records per U.S. regulations and internal policies.
• Drive process improvements across cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects within ITC.

Skills

Trade compliance

DDTC licensing

BIS licensing

ITAR

EAR

U.S. Customs requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DECCS

SNAP-R

Job description

Job Description Summary

The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team ensures the rigorous and compliant execution of global export controls, sanctions laws, and related regulations. The successful candidate will serve as a key contributor within the ITC team and partner closely with GE Aerospace programs and functions to apply international trade laws and regulations in support of the company’s expanding global business operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversee export shipment operations by ensuring strict compliance with applicable authorizations, accurately decrementing licenses, and coordinating across departments to proactively resolve shipment-related issues.
• Prepare, review, and file export declarations with precision, ensuring full accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct systematic audits of export declaration records to verify proper filings, identify discrepancies, and maintain data integrity.
• Monitor, track, and report on trade compliance activities, including license decrementation metrics, status updates, and key performance indicators.
• Develop and deliver training on export shipment processes and export declaration compliance to ensure organizational awareness and adherence.
• Support senior ITC team members and key stakeholders in preparing and assembling authorization applications for submission to U.S. regulatory agencies, including the Department of State (DDTC) and the Department of Commerce (BIS).
• Process, evaluate, and disposition requests for export license exemptions and exceptions, applying sound regulatory judgment.
• Maintain comprehensive records in strict alignment with U.S. Government regulations and internal compliance policies.
• Identify opportunities for and drive process and procedure improvements, coordinating cross-functional implementation efforts to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate on projects and initiatives of varying scope and complexity as a valued member of cross-functional teams.

These responsibilities are performed with a degree of autonomy, with guidance and oversight from senior ITC professionals provided as appropriate based on the employee’s experience and demonstrated competencies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience, with a minimum of 4 years of progressive, relevant experience in trade compliance or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in export operations, including end-to-end process management and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with DDTC and BIS licensing applications.
• Strong working knowledge and practical application of International Trade Compliance regulations—including ITAR, EAR, and U.S. Customs requirements—particularly in high-volume, operationally intensive settings.

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency with DECCS and SNAP-R platforms
• Unwavering commitment to compliance, ethics, and integrity
• Strong judgment, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Excellent stakeholder relationship management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proactive mindset with exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development, learning, and growth
• Adaptable and capable of effectively managing multiple priorities and concurrent assignments in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to thrive and grow within a dynamic, expanding organization

The base pay range for this position is $112,000 to $149,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 4th, 2026.

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No