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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense

Trade Compliance Specialist

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense, Simsbury, Connecticut, us, 06070


At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!Job DescriptionThe

Import/Export Specialist

works to maintain the export license flow, standard work, and record keeping associated with export license applications, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA), foreign national visitor requests, Travel requests, Product Classifications as well as export activities associated with U.S. Government approved licenses.Roles and Responsibilities:Manage document control system to ensure all records related to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) are properly logged and storedDetermine export requirements and obtains necessary export licensesAssist in providing export licensing and TAA guidance and assistance to facilitate international marketing, proposal, and contract activityMonitor daily status of license cases through DECCS and Snap-RPrepare and submit temporary and permanent export licenses, temporary import licenses, Technical Assistance Agreements, Warehouse & Distribution Agreements, Manufacturing License AgreementsDraft and Submit proviso reconsiderations, General Correspondence Letters to DOS, Advisory Opinions, Agreement Amendments, and Commodity Jurisdictions for the export of defense articles, technical data, and/or defense servicesIdentify and apply justifications for use of EAR exceptions and ITAR exemptionsCoordinate with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to manage shipment seizures, inquires, or investigationsPlan licensing strategies for international programs and identifying timelines imposed by the licensing processDetermine the commodity classification of hardware and technical data subject to USML or CCLConduct Denied Party Screenings as requiredCoordinate licensing for International

Visitors/tours/demonstrationsSupport annual internal compliance auditsAssist in collection and preparation of voluntary disclosures related to export complianceSupport internal audit of EBAD export compliance policies and procedures to maintain compliance with latest laws and regulationsPrepare annual reports as required by the U.S. Department of StateIdentify gaps with export compliance manual and provide recommendations to SupervisorOrganize and provide annual compliance training and maintain training recordsRequirements:The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in the field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. eCOP or CUSECO a plus.This position relies on sound judgment to ensure achievement of corporate business objectives and operational goals. Responsible for interacting with all business segments to ensure compliance with import/export regulations The Import/Export Specialist is certified to act as an Empowered Official on behalf of EBAD and its subsidiaries. Must be a U.S. citizen.Qualifications include:Knowledge of EAR, ITAR, U.S. Customs regulations, and FCPAExperience determining product jurisdiction and classificationDirect experience with U.S. import/export regulations and electronic licensing processesAbility to work independently and objectively with a focus to stay organized and meet turn time targetsSolution oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong interpersonal and written communication skillsProficient with Microsoft office suite softwareEnsign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

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