Export Control Analyst

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), our researchers are advancing some of the nation's most complex scientific and engineering challenges—from advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence to quantum computing, nuclear science, and high-performance computing. We are seeking an Export Control Analyst to support these mission-critical activities by providing export control guidance and technical regulatory analysis across a broad range of emerging and established technologies. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an early-career professional to develop expertise in export controls while working alongside world-class researchers, engineers, and program managers supporting one of the nation's most diverse research portfolios. The role is responsible for evaluating technologies and research activities, preparing technical jurisdiction and classification determinations, supporting export licensing activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable U.S. export control regulations and Department of Energy (DOE) directives. The successful candidate will help enable international collaboration while protecting national security and advancing ORNL's scientific mission. This position resides in the Export Control Group within the Laboratory Protection Division of the Facilities & Operations Directorate.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in physical sciences, computer science, engineering, international relations, business, or another relevant technical or analytical discipline.
Candidates with experience in compliance, engineering, scientific research, manufacturing, logistics, contracting, or other technical disciplines involving regulatory compliance are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated ability to analyze technical information and apply regulatory requirements to real-world situations.
Willingness to travel occasionally for training, professional development, and meetings with federal agencies or external partners.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated interest or experience working with emerging technologies and evaluating technical activities within the context of U.S. export control and related regulations.
Ability to learn and apply complex regulatory requirements while working across diverse scientific, engineering, and technical disciplines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain regulatory requirements to researchers, engineers, and other technical staff.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and building productive working relationships with technical and administrative stakeholders.
Advanced degree or additional relevant professional experience is desirable. More specifically, nuclear degree/industry experience would be highly desirable.
Willingness to review scientific publications, technical reports, presentations, and other research products outside one's primary area of expertise.
Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to communicate compliance positions, negotiate regulatory issues, and assist in developing and delivering compliance training.
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal administrative support while effectively managing assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Evaluating and analyzing ORNL programs and initiatives, facilities, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements, Strategic Partnership Agreements, Intellectual Property Reviews, Software, Leadership Computing Projects, specifications, technology assessments for foreign visits and assignments, foreign travel, and other areas.
Reviewing applicable export control laws and regulations and the associated export control requirements of primary government agencies such as the Department of Commerce, Department of State, Department of Energy, Treasury Department, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Evaluating technologies, item classification, jurisdiction, end use (application) and end users (recipients) and issue export control determinations.
Interfacing and working with Principal Investigators (scientists/engineers) to assess technology and assist with navigating export control requirements.
Staying current with the changing environment of export control laws, regulations, technologies and programs.
Delivering ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promoting equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.