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International Trade Compliance Program Manager
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Labor - Arnold, MO
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The International Trade Licensing and Compliance Program Management Lead at APL is responsible for managing and assessing classification and jurisdiction related to ITAR and EAR licensing and compliance. This role involves guiding mission areas, reviewing project proposals, and determining licensing requirements while acting as a subject matter expert in international trade compliance. The position requires collaboration with program management and technical staff to ensure compliance with export/import regulations and to facilitate the use of various exemptions and agreements.
Responsibilities
- Manage and assess classification and jurisdiction of program hardware, software, technical data, and services under ITAR, EAR, and Customs Regulations.
- Review program and project proposals and contracts to determine licensing and compliance requirements.
- Recommend import/export contract clauses to facilitate the use of ITAR and EAR exemptions, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), and Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs).
- Act as the first point of contact for trade licensing and compliance support within mission areas.
- Provide training and guidance on the use of import/export forms and record-keeping requirements.
- Prepare, implement, and modify export license applications and agreements to support program execution.
- Research and interpret complex government regulations such as ITAR and EAR.
- Engage with program management and mission area leadership as a business partner.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of relevant experience with ITAR and EAR regulations.
- Working knowledge of DECCs and SNAP-R licensing systems and international shipping practices.
- Strong organizational skills and proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to obtain an interim Secret level security clearance and ultimately a Top Secret clearance.
Nice-to-haves
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- At least 6 years of experience as an export coordinator with ITAR and EAR experience.
- Knowledge of the OCR EASE import/export integrated database management system.
- Experience in research and development in a government contracting setting.
- Qualification or ability to become qualified as an Empowered Official.
- Active Top Secret level clearance.
Benefits
- Robust education assistance program
- Unparalleled retirement contributions
- Healthy work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and training and development.
