Senior Specialist, Trade Compliance

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Senior Specialist, Technical Trade Compliance to perform ITAR/EAR jurisdiction classification reviews of hardware, software, and technical data within the CSD segment.

Responsibilities include drafting CJ/CCR/CCAT filings, coordinating with engineering and GTC teams, supporting licensing applications, and guiding internal teams on export control requirements to ensure compliant classifications and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 6+ years of related experience, or equivalent years of experience.
• Experience with ITAR/EAR compliance and export classifications.
• Ability to coordinate across engineering, legal, and governance teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ITAR and EAR export J/C classification reviews of hardware, software, and technical data.
• Review supplier and OEM J/C determinations for accuracy and compliance.
• Draft CJ and CCR/CCATs for submission to BIS.
• Coordinate Technical Exchanges with Engineering/GTC to solve ITAR/EAR topics.
• Provide technical support for licensing and agreement applications.
• Explain export control requirements to suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist engineering with 'design for export' concepts.
• Support GTC by responding to J/C questions from USG agencies.
• Manage workload to meet deadlines and priorities.
• Implement trade compliance policies and participate in audits.
• Complete SME and compliance training.

Skills

ITAR/EAR compliance

Export classification knowledge

Regulatory documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Trade Compliance

Job Code: 46193

Job Location: Rochester, NY; Palm Bay, FL; San Diego, CA; Carlsbad, CA; Clifton, NJ; Salt Lake City, UT; Arlington, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, Technical Trade Compliance, for our Communication & Spectrum Dominance (CSD) Segment. This role will be responsible for conducting Export Controlled Information review and jurisdiction classification (J/C) duties across the CSD segment.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct ITAR and EAR export J/C classification reviews of hardware, software, and technical data
• Review supplier and OEM J/C determinations for accuracy and compliance
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines (e.g., GTC, Program Management, Legal), and suppliers to arrive at the correct and compliant export classification
• Draft export Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) and Commodity Classification Requests (CCR/CCATs) for submission to Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
• Initiate and coordinate Technical Exchanges with Engineering/GTC to solve complex topics and interpretations with the ITAR/EAR
• Provide technical support for licensing and agreement applications
• Understand part models, drawings, specifications, and technical data, and can explain and interpret export control requirements to suppliers, sub-tier suppliers, and internal teams
• Assist engineering teams with 'design for export' concepts
• Support GTC organization by responding to J/C questions and information provided by USG agencies including DDTC, DTSA, and BIS
• Efficiently and effectively manage workload to include simultaneous activities and competing priorities and deadlines, ensuring on-time completion of activities
• Implement trade compliance policies in accordance with ITAR, EAR, and Customs regulations including providing compliance guidance to both internal and external customers
• Participate in the planning and execution of Trade Compliance audits
• Complete required SME and compliance training

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 6 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 4 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, STEM or relevant field)
• Customs regulations experience
• EAR CAT 5 Part 2 working knowledge
• Experience with tactical radios or software defined radio
• Familiar with software code
• Experience with OCR EASE and Agile PDM
• Familiarity with LO/CLO and Anti-Tamper requirements
• An understanding of export control regulations and compliance principles beyond J/C
• In-depth knowledge of engineering, defense hardware, software systems, and manufacturing industry
• Experience with government agency coordination (DDTC, DTSA, BIS)
• Experience with creating and maintaining level 3 schedules for J/C activities
• Experience developing goals for the GTC Technical Specialist team
• Experience developing and deploying Trade-specific training

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $84,000 - $156,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $73,000 - $135,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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