Trade Compliance Specialist

Integr8staff; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Integr8staff is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist in near Fullerton, CA to administer and strengthen our export/import compliance program on-site. The role requires deep experience with U.S. and international trade regulations, licensing, and cross-border operations.

Responsibilities include overseeing import/export transactions, screening, licensing, and HTS/ECCN analyses, while coordinating with brokers and internal teams. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, international relations, supply chain management, or related field.
• 5+ years' related work experience in trade compliance or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR) and licensing processes.
• Experience with USMCA qualification, certification, and origin requirements.
• Experience managing customs brokers and freight forwarders with compliance oversight.
• Cross-border U.S./Mexico trade knowledge and logistics exposure.
• Ability to analyze contracts and PO/SO for trade compliance risk.

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports the company's export and import compliance program.
• Interpret U.S. and international trade regulations; oversee import/export transactions and licensing.
• Analyze complex import/export transactions for ITAR/EAR, OFAC, and other regulations.
• Review restricted party screening, end-user/end-use reviews, and KYC documentation.
• Prepare and manage export licenses, permits, and government authorizations.
• Perform HTS classification, ECCN review, and country of origin analysis.
• Review international shipping documents and manage brokers/freight forwarders.
• Support cross-border U.S./Mexico trade activities and Mexico manufacturing.

Skills

Import compliance

ITAR/EAR knowledge

USMCA knowledge

Cross-border trade

Export licensing

HTS classification

Risk assessment

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Intl Relations/SCM or related

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Title –Trade Compliance Specialist

Company Location – Near Fullerton, CA

100% On-site

Direct Hire

Pay – 110k-140k, DOE

Shift – 1 st shift

Job Summary of the Trade Compliance Specialist position

Integr8staff seeks a Trade Compliance Specialist in near Fullerton, CA.

Responsibilities of the Trade Compliance Specialist position

• Administers and supports the company's export and import compliance program while exercising independent judgment on complex trade compliance matters
• interprets U.S. and international trade regulations, oversight of import/export transactions, government licensing, trade compliance recordkeeping, cross-functional coordination, mentoring junior personnel, and supporting continuous compliance improvements.
• Analyze complex import/export transactions for compliance with ITAR, EAR, OFAC, Customs Regulations, FTR, and anti-boycott regulations.
• Review restricted party screening, end-user/end-use reviews, Know Your Counterparty documentation, and red flag analysis.
• Prepare, submit, and manage export licenses, permits, ATA Carnets, and other government authorizations.
• Perform HTS classification, ECCN review, customs valuation, country of origin, and duty analysis.
• Review and approve international shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills, etc.
• Manage customs brokers and freight forwarders, including performance, resolution, and compliance.
• Support USMCA qualification, certification, and origin requirements.
• Support cross-border U.S./Mexico trade activities and Mexico manufacturing operations.
• Analyze contracts, purchase orders, and sales orders for trade compliance risk.
• Produce reports using ERP/MRP and trade compliance systems.
• Monitor trade compliance recordkeeping and assist with audits, procedure updates, and regulatory changes.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Trade Compliance Administrators and other team members.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements of the Trade Compliance Specialist position

• 5+ years' related work experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Experience supporting Mexico manufacturing operations (IMMEX preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in business, International Relations, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong import compliance experience, including U.S. Customs regulations, HTS classification, and duty analysis .
• Experience managing customs brokers and freight forwarders, including performance, issue resolution, and compliance oversight.
• Working knowledge of USMCA, including qualification, certification, and origin requirements
• Cross-border U.S./Mexico trade experience, including customs procedures and logistics
• Experience with export licensing under both the ITAR and EAR, including license applications, exemptions/exceptions, and export authorization management
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Shipping, Supply Chain, Sales, and Operations
• Aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing experience
• Experience in compliance, logistics, or international trade is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• 10% travel internationally.

Additional Information

Only Local candidateswill be considered- Position does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship