Trade Compliance Manager

$111,694 - $142,720/Yr

Thales Defense & Security - Aurora, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Aurora, IL

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• 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, including specially-designed catch/release determinations.
• 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, guidelines, and control plans 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.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years proven experience in authorization determination and ITAR/EAR authorizations, preferably for an aerospace/defense company.
• Previous experience as an Empowered Official (EO) a plus.
• 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 VIII and XII and related EAR chapters desirable.
• Experience in USML/EAR and HTS/Schedule B classification for hardware and associated technical information.
• Proficient in Government systems for authorization submission and approvals including DECCS, SNAP-R and ACE.
• Working knowledge of OCR EASE and SAP GTS desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Software Applications.
• Occasional domestic and international travel required.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Categories VIII and XII and related EAR chapters desirable.
• Working knowledge of OCR EASE and SAP GTS desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• 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