Overview: This role is seeking an Export Compliance Jurisdiction & Classification Manager to lead global product classification and jurisdiction determinations, oversee FDPR and De Minimis compliance, and manage a small team within the Global Trade Compliance organization. This role acts as the technical authority for EAR/ITAR classification and jurisdiction across the Company’s technology portfolio and partners closely with engineering,

Locations:  Washington, DC or Dallas, TX or Santa Clara, CA

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership & Program Ownership:

• Lead a team responsible for Jurisdiction & Classification, FDPR, and De Minimis policies and procedures.
• Develop and enforce classification and jurisdiction processes to ensure compliance with U.S. and global export regulations.
• Serve as the technical decision authority for EAR and ITAR jurisdiction and classification.
• Set policies around classification and jurisdiction domestically and globally

Technical Classification & Jurisdiction Expertise:

• Review and approve complex EAR/ITAR classifications for photonics, lasers, semiconductors, optics, and advanced technologies.
• Provide jurisdiction and classification assessments that support compliant movement of technical data, software, and hardware.
• Lead FDPR and De Minimis evaluations to ensure consistent global adherence to U.S. export control rules.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Training:

• Develop and deliver export compliance training across Company sites.
• Partner with engineering, R&D, product management, operations, and legal to gather technical information for accurate classification.
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for business stakeholders.

Program Enhancements & Investigations:

• Conduct internal investigations and root-cause analyses; implement corrective actions that strengthen compliance.
• Support audits, gap assessments, and compliance risk evaluations.
• Drive continuous improvement of classification workflows, data integrity, and program efficiency.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 7–12+ years of experience in export controls, EAR/ITAR classification, or global trade compliance
• Deep expertise in EAR, ITAR, ECCN classification, USML jurisdiction, FDPR, and De Minimis regulations
• Ability to interpret complex engineering and technical product information
• Experience leading a team
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

Preferred:

• Experience with photonics, lasers, semiconductors, optics, or other advanced technologies
• Experience with SAP GTS or similar trade management systems
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, materials science, international business, law, supply chain, or related field
• Background in high-tech manufacturing, defense, semiconductor, or advanced technology industries