Lead, Trade Compliance

L3Harris Technologies•Phoenix, AZ

5d•$87,500 - $186,500•Remote

About The Position

The Lead, Global Trade Compliance, Licensing reviews and submits trade-related license applications for L3Harris import and export requirements under the U.S. Department of State International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The role also advises on ITAR Exemptions and EAR Exceptions, supports regulatory recordkeeping, and develops and delivers training on internal trade policies and procedures. It supports the Global Trade Licensing Team and collaborates with business units and corporate staff to ensure compliance with the L3Harris Global Trade Compliance Program. The position reports to the Sr. Manager, Trade Compliance, Licensing. This remote role follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work 80 hours over nine days in each 14-day period and have every other Friday off. Domestic travel of up to 30% is required, and the employee must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and at least 7 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 13 years of prior related experience.
At least 5 years of experience with ITAR Exemptions and EAR Exceptions.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
Ability to travel domestically up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with OCR EASE.
Experience drafting and submitting ITAR and EAR license applications.
Prior experience as an Empowered Official or U.S. Government regulator.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interface verbally and in writing with personnel at all levels.
High attention to detail, integrity, and discretion.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and with SharePoint.
Demonstrated consistent application of company and industry business practices and concepts.
Attention to detail and follow-through on assigned tasks.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Ability to travel as necessary to support the job functions.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and approve Corporate Headquarters employee international travel requests, evaluating trade compliance to ensure accompanying items are authorized.
Review, analyze, and approve Corporate Headquarters foreign national visitor requests, ensuring restricted-party screening and trade compliance analysis are completed and required authorizations are documented or secured.
Oversee authorization management, including quality-control reviews and required notifications to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), such as notifications of initial export and executed agreements.
Manage and consolidate enterprise U.S. Government regulatory reporting, including annual sales reports, encryption reporting, and Wassenaar reporting.
Review and submit international license applications promptly to ensure they meet U.S. Government regulatory requirements and L3Harris policies and procedures.
Provide designated L3Harris companies with guidance on trade compliance requirements under ITAR and EAR.
Serve as the primary point of contact with U.S. Government regulators to submit, manage, and resolve issues related to international trade license applications, fostering collaborative relationships and supporting international business development initiatives.
Develop and implement guidance, procedures, processes, and templates to facilitate international licensing requirements.
Develop and participate in trade-related training events, including webinars, summits, and conferences.
Act as an Empowered Official in accordance with ITAR.
Support enterprise-wide trade requirements, including internal monitoring, compliance investigations, and trade-related outreach.
Perform other relevant duties assigned in support of team objectives.