Trade Compliance Specialist/Coordinator (Contractor)

Mercedes-Benz R&D North America; United States; Remote; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist/Coordinator to support its export controls program, focusing on software, encryption, and technology classification.

You will work with a trade compliance attorney, engineering teams, and business stakeholders on classification, licensing, recordkeeping, and audits. The role is remote within the United States; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent in international trade, business, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of EAR/ITAR concepts and BIS license requirements.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Classification support: determine ECCNs, origin, HTS, Schedule B.
• End-use/end-user verifications and documentation.
• Encryption review to assess licensing needs and BIS notifications.
• Collaborate with software teams to understand functionality for compliance reviews.
• License determination support and export license applications preparation.
• Maintain trade compliance records and support audits.
• Coordinate daily trade compliance operations with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Trade compliance

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Jira

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist/Coordinator to support the development and operation of its trade compliance program, with a focus on export controls applicable to software, encryption, and technology classification. This role will work closely with a trade compliance attorney, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to support classification, licensing, recordkeeping, end-use/end-user diligence, audits, and training activities. This is a remote position based in the United States. The role may require occasional travel for team meetings and business needs. This is a contract position with the potential for extension based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Classification Support: Analyze software features to determine if items fall under EAR or ITAR and assign correct ECCNs as well as collect information to determine Country of Origin, HTS and Schedule B codes, and Supplier Declaration Forms.
• End Use/End User Verifications: Prepare and collect information to verify end use and end user of commodities/services; identify and address red flags that may arise and document accordingly.
• Encryption Review Support: Assist in analyzing software functionality to determine whether software uses, develops, or produces encryption, which may require licensing or notifications to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS).
• Technology Analysis: Partner with software development teams to support compliant software releases to international customers. Reviewing software source code, object code, and related technical documentation for export restrictions. Collaborate with software development and engineering teams to understand functionality for accurate classification.
• License Determination and Application Support: Assist in assessing whether an export, transfer, or release requires a license or qualifies for a license exception (e.g., TSU, ENC) and support preparation and submission of export license applications.
• Recordkeeping & Compliance Auditing: Maintain accurate and complete trade compliance records and conduct export audits to identify risks and ensure adherence to U.S. and foreign/export regulations.
• Project Management and Coordination: Manage daily trade compliance operations and coordinate cross-functional activities to keep export processes on track and compliant.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-4 years of experience in: (a) trade compliance, customs brokerage, import/export operations, or logistics; and (b) BIS license submissions, particularly with deemed exports licenses and software classifications; and (c) Project & Program Management.
• Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, trade compliance certification, or equivalent practical experience. Relevant fields may include international trade, business, supply chain management information technology, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of the EAR (Export Administration Regulations), deemed exports, Technology Control Plans, and FOCI structured organizations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Jira).
• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with legal, engineering, and business teams.

This position involves access to export-controlled technology, hardware, or software under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. Parts 730-774 and possibly technical data, defense articles and defense services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130. As a result, MBRDNA may be required to obtain an export license or authorization in accordance with applicable U.S. law.

The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, job-related education, skills, and experience, geographic location, and market conditions. The current salary range for this position is as follows and may be modified in the future: $34/hr - $51/hr.