Manager 2 – Global Trade

Northrop Grumman

. Lead and support Global Trade Compliance for the Weapons Integration & Mission Solutions Business Unit .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $199,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Global Trade Compliance, particularly with ITAR and EAR regulations, while effectively leading and developing a team of trade professionals. Capable of managing complex compliance scenarios and providing strategic guidance on U.S. export regulations.

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ITAR ComplianceEAR ComplianceTeam LeadershipExport AuthorizationTechnology Security and Foreign Disclosure

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Hard Skills

International Trade ComplianceRegulatory InterpretationJurisdiction and Classification DeterminationsComplex Problem SolvingExport Requirements Management

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

OCR's EASE SoftwareMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Global Trade ComplianceExport Control LawsDirect Commercial SaleForeign Military SalesCompliance Records Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support Global Trade Compliance for the Weapons Integration & Mission Solutions Business Unit
Manage a team of Global Trade professionals
Manage transactional compliance involving ITAR and EAR regulations, licenses, agreements, exemptions, and exceptions
Prepare export authorization application packages when required
Drive accountability through metrics
Provide advice, guidance, training, and authorization strategy on U.S. export regulations
Provide day-to-day people and subject matter leadership and develop team talent
Monitor changing export control laws and regulations and analyze their impact
Provide global trade training and awareness to internal and external customers
Investigate and support disclosure of potential non-compliance and corrective actions with the Law Department
Collaborate with Technical Advisors and approve Jurisdiction and Classification reviews
Build relationships with Business Development, Contracts, Global Supply Chain, and Programs
Lead initiatives involving business process and tool development, automation, and continuous improvement
Maintain trade compliance records according to regulatory and company requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 12 years of international trade compliance experience, OR bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8+ years of international trade compliance experience, OR master's degree with a minimum of 6+ years of international trade compliance experience
Experience leading and managing a team
Proficiency in ITAR and EAR, including jurisdiction and classification determinations
Knowledge of Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure (TSFD) process
Experience reading and interpreting regulations and applying changes to procedures and practices
Experience applying U.S. Government regulatory requirements in complex scenarios and solving complex problems
Experience with OCR's EASE software
Experience with Direct Commercial Sale and Foreign Military Sales export requirements
Ability to manage multiple projects and escalate potential conflicts appropriately
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, up to 10% of the time
Preferred: 2+ years' experience as an Empowered Official
Preferred: Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or above)
Preferred: Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Preferred: Experience providing training in person or virtually
Preferred: Experience mentoring junior employees

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business