Manager 3 - Global Trade

Northrop Grumman•Charlottesville, VA

12d•$137,800 - $239,300•Hybrid

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. We are looking for an experienced Empowered Official to join the Global Trade organization as Manager 3 - Global Trade based out of one of the locations listed below. This position offers the 9/80 schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of global trade experience (export, import and/or customs) OR a Masters degree with 6 years of global trade experience.
Will consider an additional 4 years of global trade experience (12 total) in lieu of degree.
Experience as an Empowered Official
Proficiency in the ITAR and EAR, including making jurisdiction and classification determinations
Experience leading and managing a team
Current US Government Secret security clearance
Success working in a fast-paced environment while delivering a quality work product
Demonstrates a highly collaborative work style.
Skill in adapting to rapidly evolving priorities and managing multiple projects while meeting schedule and quality requirements is a must.
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders to successfully resolve difficult situations
Exercise judgment about when to escalate potential conflicts to leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience with OCR/Descartes EASE software
Familiarity with USG technology release / Technology Security & Foreign Disclosure requirements
Familiarity with Northrop Grumman processes, tools and products
Experience effectively applying U.S. Government regulatory requirements in complex scenarios, analyzing and solving complex problems

Responsibilities

Lead the division Global Trade staff to provide transactional support, guidance and training as required for the ongoing success of the business, driving accountability through management via metrics
Develop and execute licensing & authorization strategies, training, and guidance concerning the requirements, interpretation, and obligations of U.S. export regulations and implementation of such requirements based upon knowledge of the U.S. export regulations and implementation of Northrop Grumman policies and procedures
Provide day-to-day people and subject matter leadership for the assigned team and create an environment that accelerates development of talent
Serve as the Empowered Official for transactional compliance with export regulations, license preparation and processing, and the use of exemptions and exceptions in lieu of licensing
In coordination with Technical Advisors, evaluate jurisdiction and classification of technology, hardware, software and services to identify licensing requirements and ensure appropriate authorizations for export and import are in place (exceptions, licenses)
Maintain awareness of changing export control laws and regulations and provide analysis regarding applicability and impact to division services and technologies, as well as existing company export policies and procedures
Provide training and awareness on global trade matters
In coordination with the Law Department, investigate and support disclosure of potential non-compliance, and development and implementation of effective corrective actions
Foster team’s engagement with designated Export Technical Advisors
Establish relationships with key business collaborators and internal customers, including Business Development, Contracts, Global Supply Chain and Programs
As assigned, lead initiatives related to the development, automation, and continuous improvement of business processes and tools impacting the Global Trade community
Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory and company requirements