Trade Compliance Manager

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and public safety and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements. 

Top Benefits 

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program  - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)
• Hybrid working environment

The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for day-to-day operational aspects of trade compliance requirements for assigned internal stakeholders.  Reporting to the Senior Manager, Trade Compliance, this role ensures compliance with U.S export and import regulations including, but not limited to, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.  This role does require weekly onsite work out of our Clarksburg Maryland office.  

Responsibilities include: 

• Guidance and interpretation of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), trade compliance requirements, authorization determination and authorization use for hardware, technical data, and services (licenses, TAAs, exemptions or exceptions), and restricted party screening (RPS) for assigned TDSI business lines.
• Licenses (ITAR/EAR) and technical assistance agreements for hardware and technical data/defense services including drafting and preparing application packages and post-approval authorization management and recordkeeping.
• Review of technical information intended for export for compliance with authorizations and appropriate markings.
• Classification determinations for USML/ECCN and HTS/Schedule B in conjunction with internal stakeholders.
• Proactive engagement with internal departments related to trade compliance activities (Program Management, BD/Sales, Contracts, Logistics, etc.).
• Review and maintenance of trade compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines for TDSI business operations in conjunction with Senior Manager, Trade Compliance.
• Support audits and investigations of business activities to measure compliance with internal policies and procedures implemented to ensure compliance with U.S. trade controls and licensing requirements where needed.

• May be selected for work that requires ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance.
• 5+ years proven experience in authorization determination, ITAR licensing and exemptions, and EAR licensing and exceptions, preferably for an aerospace/defense company.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, assess, and synthesize information from various sources to determine trade compliance requirements and actions.
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and other relevant compliance regulations. Experience with Categories XI, XII, and XIII and related EAR chapters desirable.
• Experience in USML/EAR and HTS/Schedule B classification for electronics hardware and associated technical information.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Software Applications
• Proficient in Government systems for authorization submission and approvals including DECCS, SNAP-R and ACE.
• Working knowledge of OCR EASE and SAP GTS desirable.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values. 

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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