Senior Export Control Administrator

CesiumAstro • Westminster, CO

75d • $65,200 - $108,800

About The Position

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add a Senior Export Compliance Administrator to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about export compliance in a growing aerospace company, we would like to hear from you. In this position, you will serve as a subject matter expert on U.S. Government export/import regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and related trade laws. This role provides strategic guidance and oversight on complex compliance matters across aerospace and defense programs. The Senior Administrator partners with leadership, program teams, and regulatory agencies to ensure the company maintains robust export control compliance practices, while supporting business objectives in global markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, International Relations, Political Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years of experience in export/import compliance in aerospace, defense, or related high-technology industries.
• In-depth knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and related trade regulations.
• Proven experience leading export licensing activities, including TAAs, MLAs, and complex export classifications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence and provide guidance across all organizational levels.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. Person status as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting programs requiring U.S. Government security clearance; ability to obtain/maintain clearance if required.
• Familiarity with trade compliance management systems (e.g., SAP GTS, OCR EASE, Amber Road).
• Experience leading compliance audits, investigations, and voluntary disclosures.
• Professional certification such as Certified Export Specialist (CES) or Export Compliance Professional (ECoP).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior resource and compliance advisor to leadership, program management, engineering, supply chain, and contracts teams on export control matters.
• Interpret and apply ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and other regulations to complex business scenarios, ensuring compliant solutions that meet program and customer needs.
• Lead preparation, submission, and management of complex export authorizations, including Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), and Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) requests.
• Provide oversight for export/import classifications, ensuring accurate jurisdiction and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) for products, technology, and software.
• Develop, implement, and enhance export compliance policies, procedures, and standard work across the organization.
• Conduct internal audits, investigations, and corrective actions; partner with leadership to address findings and implement improvements.
• Interface directly with U.S. Government agencies (DDTC, BIS, OFAC, Census, Customs) and external customers regarding licensing, disclosures, and regulatory interpretations.
• Mentor and support junior compliance staff, providing training, coaching, and technical guidance.
• Design and deliver advanced export compliance training for functional and program teams.
• Monitor and assess regulatory changes, advising leadership on business impacts and ensuring continuous compliance.
• Maintain required records and documentation in accordance with U.S. Government regulations and company policy.

Benefits

• Company stock options
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees