HIGH-LEVEL OVERVIEW

The ITAR Compliance Manager is an individual contributor position responsible for managing day-to-day export compliance operations for a defense business unit, ensuring adherence to ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations while overseeing licensing, classification, and trade compliance activities.

This is an in-office position based near Huntsville, AL.

EXPECTATIONS

• Serve as the primary ITAR compliance resource for the defense business unit
• Prepare and submit export license applications and agreements to DDTC and BIS
• Provide guidance on licensing strategies, exemptions, and provision management
• Conduct ECCN/USML classification and country of origin determinations
• Review technical data intended for export for compliance with authorizations and markings
• Support restricted party screening and review of sales and procurement activity
• Monitor and maintain U.S. Government authorizations, exemptions, and required certifications
• Support audits, investigations, and internal compliance assessments
• Deliver export compliance training and contribute to process improvements
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies and procedures

ESSENTIALS

• Bachelor's degree required
• 5+ years of experience in global trade compliance in aerospace and defense, particularly lasers
• Strong hands-on knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations
• Significant experience with ITAR classifications, licenses, agreements, and exemptions
• Hands-on experience with DDTC licensing and DECCS and SNAP-R portals
• Experience with ECCN/USML export classification and license applications
• Experience with government defense contracts a plus
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills