Global Trade Lead Technical Advisor

Northrop Grumman

. Serve as the sector-level Technical Advisor for Space Global Trade under the direction of the Director of Global Trade .

Posted 10/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $169,000 - $265,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in export compliance, including ITAR and EAR regulations, while providing mentorship and training to technical advisors in the aerospace and defense sector. Proficient in translating regulatory requirements into engineering processes and maintaining cross-functional relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Export Compliance ExpertiseITAR and EAR KnowledgeTraining and MentorshipAerospace and Defense Industry ExperienceU.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Export Regulatory RequirementsTechnical Data EvaluationJurisdiction and Classification DeterminationsEngineering Processes and ProceduresSpacecraft and Launch Vehicle KnowledgeProviso/Condition AnalysisTechnical Data ReviewsEEMS Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Decartes EEMS Software

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseGlobal TradeExport/Import LicensingSpace Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the sector-level Technical Advisor for Space Global Trade under the direction of the Director of Global Trade
Lead company-wide Technical Advisor activities, including training and representation at biannual Tech Fests
Propose, evaluate, and assess Technical Advisor candidates across engineering disciplines and divisions
Maintain cross-functional relationships with Engineering, Corporate, and other functional organizations
Lead and mentor the Space Technical Advisor community of over 100 trained advisors
Provide one-on-one guidance, regular team communications, and lunch-and-learn opportunities
Translate export regulatory requirements into embedded systems-engineering processes and procedures
Conduct jurisdiction and classification determinations for sector hardware, software, and technology
Support application and implementation of U.S. Government export authorizations and export-compliance processes
Establish and serve as a subject-matter expert for sector export policies and procedures
Train personnel on export regulations, hardware jurisdiction and classification, technical-data evaluations, public-release evaluations, and NGC’s EEMS export database
Provide guidance and mentorship to Space Technical Advisors and conduct quarterly refresher training
Ensure consistency and accuracy of technical-data reviews within the sector
Support Global Trade Empowered Officials and the Law Department regarding potential non-compliance incidents
Provide classification, scope development, and proviso/condition analysis for export authorizations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 12 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 10 years of professional experience OR PhD with 8 years of professional experience
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Knowledge and fluency of ITAR, EAR, and other US Government Regulations as pertaining to export/import licensing and Global Trade
Experience providing training
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced engineering or science degree preferred
Experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry preferred
Knowledge of Space-related products, systems, and sub-systems, including spacecraft, launch vehicles, ground and missiles systems, propulsion, laser, imaging, optics, and microelectronics preferred
Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of the Decartes EEMS Software preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication preferred
Current, active US Government Secret Security Clearance preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility, depending on the position
Shift differential, depending on the position
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Long Term Incentives eligibility for Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
No relocation assistance available