Remote Trade Compliance Lead Associate

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is hiring a Trade Compliance Lead Associate to support the Legal Department in compliance for U.S. government programs across intelligence, space, cyber, defense and civilian markets. The role is primarily remote with occasional on-site work; candidates must reside in DC/MD/VA and nearby locations.

Responsibilities include ITAR/EAR/FTR implementation, export license management, shipment reviews, contract input, and regulatory record-keeping. A TS clearance and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience, or a Master's with 3 years of related experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Prefer Trade Compliance experience with a government contractor.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a TS clearance and US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and FTR to research, analyze, interpret, and advise on compliance with U.S. trade laws.
• Prepare, submit, and administer export authorization requests (TAAs, licenses, ITAR exemptions, EAR exceptions).
• Review and approve international shipments, foreign travel, and visitor requests for regulatory compliance.
• Review proposals, contracts, and purchase orders for programmatic considerations.
• Conduct export compliance training for new and existing employees and teams.
• Maintain export/import records per regulatory requirements and policy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

TS clearance

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Oracle GTM

DECCS

SNAP-R

CBP AES

Job description

Peraton is hiring a Trade Compliance Lead Associate to support the Legal Department in compliance for U.S. government programs across intelligence, space, cyber, defense and civilian markets. The role is primarily remote with occasional on-site work; candidates must reside in DC/MD/VA and nearby locations.

Responsibilities include ITAR/EAR/FTR implementation, export license management, shipment reviews, contract input, and regulatory record-keeping. A TS clearance and US citizenship are required.