Trade Compliance Advisor

Ericsson • Plano, TX

1d • $100,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The US Export Compliance Manager is a strategic and operational role ensuring the company's export activities adhere to all applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions. This role involves developing, implementing, and managing the company's export compliance program to mitigate risks, maintain compliance, and support efficient, lawful international business operations within the technology sector.

Requirements

• Several years of experience focusing on U.S. export compliance and related matters, preferably within the technology, telecom or semiconductor industry.
• Proficiency in classifying hardware, software, and technology under Category 5, Part 2 of the Commerce Control List (CCL), specifically for ECCNs 5A002, 5D002, 5A992, and 5D992.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications—such as symmetric/asymmetric key lengths (exceeding 64 bits) and cryptographic protocols—to determine if a product is "strong encryption".
• Knowledge of the "Cryptography Note" (Note 3) to identify products eligible for mass market treatment or exclusions for "ancillary cryptography".
• Expert knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), as well as OFAC sanctions and anti-boycott regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of navigating complex compliance issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory matters into clear, actionable guidance for non-experts.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
• Experience with export compliance software and tools (SAP GTS, SNAP-R, OCR) and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive export compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls in alignment with business objectives and U.S. government requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for export control classification. This includes determining Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and US Munitions List (USML) categories for the company's products, software, and technology, working closely with engineering and product development teams.
• Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications, technical assistance agreements (TAAs), and other authorizations to relevant U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Commerce (BIS) and the Department of State (DDTC).
• Oversee and manage restricted party screening and customer/end-user due diligence processes to ensure compliance with sanctions and embargoes.
• Lead internal and support external export compliance assessments and audits, identify areas of non-compliance, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver targeted export compliance training programs to internal stakeholders (Sales, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain) and provide expert guidance on export-related matters.
• Stay current on changes in U.S. export control regulations and industry developments, communicating key updates and their impact to leadership and relevant teams.
• Ensure export compliance records and documentation are maintained accurately and in accordance with U.S. government retention requirements.

Benefits

• At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
• Your Pay The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
• Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
• Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
• We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson matches $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson's full matching contributions. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.
• Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
• Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees