Export Control Manager -US

Blykalla•Texas, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Blykalla is seeking an Export Control Manager to build and lead Blykalla Inc.'s U.S. export and import control program. The role will establish processes for international collaboration and the compliant transfer of nuclear-related equipment, materials, software, and technology across borders. The manager reports directly to the CEO of Blykalla Inc., holds delegated export-control decision authority, and works closely with Blykalla AB's regulatory team and Export Control Office in Stockholm, as well as engineering, procurement, legal, and project teams. Export and import control are the core of the role. The manager will determine jurisdiction and classifications, document decisions, approve or stop transfers within delegated authority, and escalate complex or high-risk matters. They will establish and operate U.S. compliance processes covering DOE Part 810, NRC Part 110, the Export Administration Regulations, sanctions, and customs requirements. Responsibilities also include managing authorizations and licenses, screening, training, records, and compliance reviews. The role enables compliant collaboration between Blykalla Inc., Blykalla AB, and international partners; establishes controls for foreign-national access and electronic sharing of controlled information; and helps teams account for authorization lead times. It also embeds trade compliance into engineering, procurement, supplier selection, shipping, and project execution, while coordinating applicable regulatory submissions and correspondence. The position is on-site in Austin, Texas, with travel within the United States and to Sweden expected.

Requirements

Hands-on experience managing U.S. export controls, including classification, licensing, technology transfers, and compliance program implementation.
Experience applying DOE Part 810 and/or NRC Part 110, together with a strong understanding of the Export Administration Regulations.
Working knowledge of U.S. import and customs requirements, sanctions screening, and controls relating to foreign-national access.
Experience working with federal regulators and preparing clear, well-supported submissions or regulatory correspondence.
Ability to understand technical information, work closely with engineers, and turn regulatory requirements into practical decisions.
Experience building or improving compliance processes, with judgment to prioritize risk and support a growing organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Direct nuclear-sector experience is strongly preferred.
Swedish language skills.
Experience in advanced reactors, nuclear fuel, nuclear equipment, or international nuclear technology collaboration.
Experience coordinating U.S. and European export controls, particularly with Swedish or other EU-based teams.
Experience in a startup or another environment involving process creation and direct work with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

Determine regulatory jurisdiction and classify equipment, materials, software, and technology, including Export Control Classification Numbers where applicable; document decision bases and transfer conditions.
Exercise delegated authority to approve or stop transfers within the role's mandate, escalating complex, novel, or high-risk matters to the CEO and legal counsel.
Establish and operate U.S. compliance policies and workflows addressing DOE 10 CFR Part 810, NRC 10 CFR Part 110, the Export Administration Regulations, and applicable sanctions and customs requirements.
Manage authorization and license applications, reporting, notifications, renewals, and compliance with approval conditions; maintain records of classifications, decisions, transfers, and regulatory commitments.
Implement restricted-party, end-user, and end-use screening; provide practical training; conduct periodic reviews; and coordinate responses to potential violations with leadership and counsel.
Plan compliant transfers between Blykalla Inc., Blykalla AB, and partners in Sweden, other European countries, and Canada, accounting for re-export and onward-transfer restrictions and aligning relevant authorizations.
Work with engineering, IT, and HR to establish controls for foreign-national access, technical discussions, site visits, and electronic sharing of controlled information, including deemed exports and technology transfers.
Anticipate authorization lead times and help teams structure collaboration so regulatory requirements are understood before work begins.
Embed export and import requirements into design reviews, testing, supplier selection, and procurement planning; explain the effects of classifications and transfer restrictions on schedules.
Review supplier export classifications, contract terms, purchase orders, and shipping documents; coordinate with customs brokers and logistics providers on tariff classification, country of origin, and import documentation.
Coordinate with nuclear fuel and materials transport specialists to align trade authorizations with shipment plans and separate packaging, transport, and material-handling requirements.
Monitor relevant U.S. regulatory developments and translate them into business guidance, assigned responsibilities, and actions.
Coordinate submissions, correspondence, and follow-up with DOE/NNSA, NRC, BIS, and other relevant authorities within the role's remit; support reactor-licensing teams and track commitments and deadlines.