Sr. Export Compliance Manager

Virgin Galactic; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Senior Export Compliance Manager to lead ITAR/EAR compliance, manage license workflows, and advise on OFAC and FCPA issues. Based in Tustin, CA, this role requires in-office presence four days a week and collaboration with legal, security, and internal stakeholders.

You will draft and submit export authorizations, coordinate with government agencies, train staff, and develop company-wide export controls.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in export compliance for aerospace
• Expert knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC and FCPA
• Experience drafting and submitting export authorizations

Responsibilities

• Advise on ITAR/EAR compliance and manage export-controlled material
• Lead licensing processes including permanent/temporary licenses
• Prepare and submit authorization applications and manage approvals
• Develop and implement company-wide export controls and training
• Interact with government agencies and act as Empowered Official when required
• Train VG employees on EAR/ITAR policies

Skills

ITAR

EAR

OFAC

FCPA

Export licensing

Strategic policy

Tools

Snap-R licensing

Job description

Virgin Galactic (VG) is seeking a Senior Export Compliance Manager with a strong background and experience in space-related regulations, including EAR, ITAR, OFAC, FCPA, to join its legal team. This individual must be experienced at drafting and managing export authorizations and licenses. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done. This role will is located in Tustin, California, and required to be in the office four (4) days a week.

Responsibilities

• Advise on matters regulated by U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and manage processes for reviewing and clearing export controlled material.
• Guide stakeholders when identifying compliance issues and obtain authorizations for compliance with other rules and regulations applicable to international business activity, including Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Prepare and submit authorization applications and manage approved authorizations, including permanent and temporary export licenses, Technology Control Plans, Strategic Trade Authorization forms, Export Compliance Certifications, Site Visit Request Forms, Technical Assistance Agreements, DSP-5 Forms, and Tools of the Trade requests.
• Proactive leadership in the development, implementation, and management of company-wide policies, procedures, controls, and training.
• Represent VG, as Empowered Official, on behalf of the Department of State, Department of Commerce and other agencies responsible for export regulations to communicate and resolve export concerns.
• Respond to requests for information, analysis of export compliance impact and review of contract provisions relating to export and security controls.
• Anticipate issues and identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks.
• Support internal investigations and audits as directed.
• File DDTC registration forms DS2032 and DD2345.
• Report directly to Associate General Counsel within the Legal Department.
• Train enterprise wide VG employees on EAR and ITAR compliance policy and procedures.
• Collaborate with VG security and communications teams to identify potential export compliance vulnerabilities.
• Maintain focus on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables every day.
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks
• Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete projects

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of experience focusing on export and import compliance and related matters. Expert knowledge with ITAR, EAR, OFAC, FCPA and other regulations pertaining to aerospace is crucial.
• Experience drafting, submitting, and managing various export authorizations.
• Experience working with U.S. government agencies responsible for the review of trade compliance, including the Department of State, the Department of Commerce, Department of Defense, Bureau of Industry and Security.
• Ability to exercise strategic judgment, including evaluating and weighing multiple inputs; assessing impacts of any decision or course of action; and dealing with complex, significant, and challenging matters.
• Experience administering an effective export program to ensure regulatory and internal policy requirements relating to export licensing, exemption and exception usage, training and recordkeeping.
• Broad and deep understanding of export disciplines and regulations (EAR, ITAR, etc.) including applicable industry best practices.
• Have a working knowledge of Snap-R licensing system.
• Have familiarity with security clearances (U.S. and foreign).
• Process requests for the use of export license exemption/exceptions.
• Assist with the development of licensing strategies for compliant business execution.
• Provide training on compliant execution of trade and sanctions regulations.
• Support process and procedure improvements and coordinate on implementation thereto.
• Participate as part of a team in projects or initiatives of varying complexities.
• Ability to manage multiple requirements and remain composed under pressure.
• Professional maturity and impeccable ethics and integrity.
• Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas.

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $121,650.00–$185,625.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

Who We Are

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles.

Export Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.

EEO Statement

Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Drug Free Workplace

Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace. All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.

Phoenix Employment Requirements

For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.