Manager, Trade Compliance

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Lead initiatives to strengthen the division-wide trade compliance program .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,799 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trade compliance, including managing ITAR licenses and export regulations, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and maintaining strong relationships with regulatory agencies. Proven ability to develop operational processes and performance metrics to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Trade Compliance LeadershipITAR License ManagementExport Administration Regulations (EAR) ProficiencyOperational Process DevelopmentStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Export/Import LicensingCommodity ClassificationHarmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) KnowledgeExport Risk EvaluationTechnical Assistance Agreements ManagementExport Performance Metrics DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance Record MaintenanceChange ManagementAudit Program EstablishmentTraining Program Development

Soft Skills

Team BuildingLeadershipAttention to DetailCustomer EngagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

OCR Export Automated Software Essentials (EASE)Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Customs Duty Free Entry Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret ClearanceTop Secret Clearance (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)Export ComplianceImport ComplianceU.S. Government RegulationsDCMAUSMCA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead initiatives to strengthen the division-wide trade compliance program
Provide leadership and direction for internal export and import control services
Establish processes for obtaining required U.S. government export/import licenses, permits, certifications and technology release determinations
Establish and maintain relationships with government regulatory agencies
Develop operational processes and gate reviews for technical data, foreign travel, foreign visits and export/import shipments
Maintain trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory requirements
Support the law department in investigating and resolving compliance issues, questions and complaints
Establish and maintain training and audit programs for effective internal controls
Monitor current and proposed export/import regulations, laws and policies
Lead operational efficiency initiatives and share process improvements and best practices across the division
Develop and implement export/import performance metrics
Evaluate export/import risks associated with proposals, inform cost estimates and terms/conditions, and recommend mitigation strategies
Represent the division in HII-wide councils, teams and initiatives
Serve as a business partner and subject matter expert for operational areas
Report to the Vice President of Contracts, Pricing and Procurement, with a matrix relationship to the Corporate Director of Enterprise Trade Compliance
Interact regularly with executive management at division and corporate levels
Travel regularly to locations across the United States, with some international travel possible

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience
Demonstrated experience delivering export and import support services to internal customers as an enabling function to achieving business financial objectives
Considerable experience in managing International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) licenses and technical assistance agreements
Ability to handle robust export situations and different types of export activity (e.g., temporary, permanent)
Proficiency in ITAR exemption and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) exception usage
Experienced in commodity classification determinations
Knowledge of and experience with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) including product classification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for informing, presenting, negotiating and problem solving
Excellent presentation, team building and leadership skills in a complex cross-functional business environment
Strong attention to detail and ability to function independently, meet deadlines and achieve commitments
Ability to effect and manage change
Strong customer engagement skills
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance (preferred)
Exposure to OCR Export Automated Software Essentials (EASE) Application (preferred)
Familiarity with Customs duty free entry programs, DCMA and USMCA (preferred)
Familiarity with broker instructions and Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) reports (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions
Educational and training programs for continual career growth