Trade Compliance Investigator

Honeywell Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 101,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Honeywell Technologies is seeking an experienced trade compliance investigator to lead investigations related to potential violations. The role requires collaboration with various internal teams to analyze data and prepare reports.

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in trade compliance with strong knowledge of international regulations. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in trade compliance or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations.
• Experience as a lead investigator on trade compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations on trade compliance violations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather evidence.
• Prepare clear reports with findings and recommendations.

Skills

Trade compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

OCR EASE

SAP

Job description

Overview

You will report directly to the Sr. Director of Investigations and will work on a Hybrid work schedule in one of these locations: Charlotte, NC; Houston, TX; Washington, DC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct investigations related to potential trade compliance, export control, import, customs, sanctions, and antiboycott violations.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Legal, Compliance, Finance, Global Trade, Supply Chain, and business stakeholders to gather evidence and support investigations.
• Analyze transaction data, trade documentation, shipment records, screening results, communications, and other relevant information to identify potential violations and control gaps.
• Prepare clear investigation reports with findings, conclusions, root cause analysis, and recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct investigations consistent with applicable legal, regulatory, and company policy requirements, including confidentiality, privilege, evidence handling, and documentation standards.
• Stay updated on evolving trade compliance regulations, enforcement trends, and investigation best practices.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on trade compliance investigation processes, reporting expectations, and policy requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in trade compliance, export controls, import/customs, sanctions, or related investigative roles.
• Strong knowledge of international trade regulations, including export controls, import/customs, sanctions, antiboycott, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Experience as the lead investigator conducting complex investigations involving potential trade compliance violations of the ITAR and/or EAR, restricted party screening, OFAC sanctions violations, diversion concerns, classification, licensing, customs, or recordkeeping matters.
• Experience as a lead trade compliance investigator drafting initial and final disclosures and other regulatory filings related to voluntary disclosure of trade compliance violations to the government.
• Proficiency using trade compliance systems, case management tools, screening platforms, and data analysis tools.
• Experience in developing and guiding corrective action implementation across enterprise-wide processes and systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage sensitive investigations, and communicate findings with attention to detail, discretion, and sound judgment.

We Value

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, International Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Law, or related field.
• Experience with trade compliance systems including OCR EASE, Kharon, Sayari, SAP, etc.
• Knowledge of EAR, ITAR, and OFAC regulations.
• Knowledge of non-US export control and sanctions regulations.
• Professional certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), CUSECO, CES, CCS, or other trade compliance or investigations certifications.
• Experience managing investigations across multiple jurisdictions and coordinating with regional trade, legal, and compliance teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of digital evidence collection, data privacy considerations, and investigation documentation practices.

Salary and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $101,000 - $126,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate\'s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

Application and Posting Details

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Job Posting Date: June 25, 2026.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

About Us

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world\'s most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.