Senior Trade Compliance Lead — Export Regulations (Hybrid)

Columbus Technologies and Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Technologies and Services is seeking a Trade Compliance Officer to lead export control efforts within our AV organization. You will implement licensing, classification, and training programs to ensure compliance with US laws.

The role requires extensive interaction with government entities and international partners, and may involve occasional travel. Hybrid work arrangement with strong benefits and background check clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, International Trade, Law or related field, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 12+ years of overall export administration experience with an aerospace firm, defense contractor or government entity.
• Experienced in dealing with U.S. Government entities (e.g., DOD, Department of Commerce), international customers or international brokers / freight forwarders.
• Experienced in working with outside Trade Compliance consultants.
• Expert understanding of ITAR, EAR, and applicable international regulation, with the ability to interpret and communicate compliance language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with involvement in writing and implementing trade compliance policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day activities required to operate a fully effective export compliance program to ensure company compliance with US regulatory and internal policy requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications (DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-61, TAA, MLA, etc.) and manage licenses and agreements.
• Maintain currency of laws and regulations; ensure product classifications (ECCN, ITAR, HTS, Schedule B).
• Train company employees on export compliance procedures and participate in the Export Compliance Council.
• Oversee international visitors and travelers' policies and coordinate with shipping and import processes.

Skills

Export licensing

Regulatory awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/International Trade/Law

Job description

Columbus Technologies and Services is seeking a Trade Compliance Officer to lead export control efforts within our AV organization. You will implement licensing, classification, and training programs to ensure compliance with US laws.

The role requires extensive interaction with government entities and international partners, and may involve occasional travel. Hybrid work arrangement with strong benefits and background check clearance.