Director of Global Trade Compliance

Voyager Technologies

. Lead the company's international trade compliance strategy and operations .

Posted 10/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global trade compliance, including export controls, customs regulations, and sanctions. Capable of leading compliance strategies, managing teams, and advising cross-functional stakeholders on trade compliance risks.

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Global Trade ComplianceExport ControlsCustoms RegulationsITAR, EAR, OFAC KnowledgeTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Export Control OfficerProduct ClassificationCustoms ValuationTariff ClassificationRisk AssessmentInternal AuditsCompliance Incident ResponsePolicy DevelopmentLicensing ManagementSanctions Screening

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CommunicationAdvising Senior ExecutivesMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO)Certified Customs Specialist

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseAdvanced TechnologyBISDDTCCBPOFACM&A Due DiligenceMultinational Supply ChainsGlobal Expansion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the company's international trade compliance strategy and operations
Serve as Export Control Officer and empowered official
Own and evolve the global trade compliance program covering export controls, import/customs compliance, sanctions, and anti-boycott regulations
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and internal controls across all jurisdictions where Voyager operates or sells
Oversee product and technology classification, including ECCN, USML, and HTS, and manage export, re-export, and transfer licensing
Manage customs valuation, country-of-origin determinations, tariff classification, and duty management
Lead screening for denied/restricted parties, sanctioned countries, and embargoed entities
Conduct risk assessments and internal audits and drive remediation of identified gaps
Lead responses to compliance incidents, voluntary self-disclosures, and government inquiries
Advise leadership and engineering, sales, supply chain, and M&A teams on trade compliance risks
Build, mentor, and manage a growing trade compliance team
Report to the Chief Legal Officer as part of the Legal department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in global trade compliance, export controls, or customs, ideally in aerospace, defense, or advanced technology
Strong operational knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions programs, and U.S. customs/import regulations
Direct experience interfacing with BIS, DDTC, CBP, or OFAC
Strong cross-functional communication skills and comfort advising senior executives
Must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)
Must be eligible to obtain required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce
Preferred: experience in the space, satellite, or defense sectors
Preferred: certification such as Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or Certified Customs Specialist
Preferred: experience with global expansion, M&A due diligence, or multinational supply chains

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more; no long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment
401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment