International Trade Compliance Program Manager

$63,000 - $175,000/Yr

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab - Marriottsville, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Marriottsville, MD

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The International Trade Licensing and Compliance Program Management Lead at APL is responsible for managing and assessing compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations, guiding mission areas in classification and jurisdiction of program hardware, software, and services. This role involves reviewing project proposals, determining licensing requirements, and providing training and support to staff on trade compliance matters. The position serves as a subject matter expert and first point of contact for trade licensing and compliance support, ensuring adherence to export/import regulations while facilitating mission area activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assess classification and jurisdiction of program hardware, software, and services under ITAR, EAR, and Customs Regulations.
• Review program and project proposals to determine licensing and compliance requirements.
• Recommend import/export contract clauses to facilitate the use of ITAR and EAR exemptions.
• Provide training and guidance to program management and project technical staff on compliance processes.
• Act as a consultant and trusted advisor to program management and senior leadership on trade compliance matters.
• Prepare, implement, and modify export license applications and agreements.
• Research and interpret complex government regulations related to international trade compliance.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience with ITAR and EAR regulations.
• Working knowledge of DECCs and SNAP-R licensing systems.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in 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.

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 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, and disability coverage.