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About the Role

Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and proactive Trade Compliance Officer to support the Company's global trade compliance program by ensuring compliance with ITAR, EAR, and other applicable U.S. and international trade laws, enabling the secure and lawful movement of articles, services, and technical data. This role will focus on Saab's Land Systems division and collaborate with foreign affiliates.

Responsibilities

Implement and continuously improve the trade compliance program, with meaningful attention to defense-related activities and the Land Systems division.
Partner with key functions and program teams to discuss, understand, strategize, and execute business objectives.
Serve as a subject matter expert on ITAR and EAR compliance, providing clear guidance and options to enable decision-making and compliant conduct.
Support foreign technology transfer to the United States and favorable utilization compatible with U.S. and foreign requirements.
Coordinate with Saab's foreign affiliates on U.S., Swedish, and other national trade compliance requirements.
Ensure the Company maintains required export authorizations, including licenses, agreements, exemptions, and exceptions.
Serve as an Empowered Official.
Draft export license applications, proposed agreements, General Correspondence requests, and other requests.
Submit applications through U.S. Government systems, and track cases to monitor progress.
Communicate with U.S. Government personnel to resolve issues and obtain required authorizations.
Ensure license provisos and conditions are communicated, understood, and followed.
Identify applicable license exemptions and exceptions and ensure compliance with requirements for their use.
Translate corporate trade compliance policies into local site procedures, work instructions, and day-to-day operating processes for the Land Systems division.
Standardize trade compliance practices across locations to promote consistency within the division and Company.
Engage with customers, partners, suppliers, government agencies, organizations, and associations on trade compliance issues.
Monitor changes to trade laws, regulations, and guidance, and advise management on business impacts and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitor and interpret changes to trade laws, regulations, guidance, and industry trends, advise management on business impacts and risk mitigation strategies, and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.
Support internal audits, risk assessments, and fact-finding activities related to trade compliance.
Develop and deliver trade compliance training tailored to key business functions and programs.
Promote a culture of compliance and accountability throughout the organization.
Partner with Saab's foreign affiliates to deliver export compliance briefings to cross-functional audiences.
Develop, maintain, and update trade compliance policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Perform other trade compliance responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Trade Compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience with the ITAR, EAR, and other applicable trade regulations, or a Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience partnering with engineering teams on USML/ECCN classification determinations and improving product marking, labeling, and related workflows.
Currently hold, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, a Security Clearance.
Ability to travel 5%-10%, domestically and possibly internationally.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Skills

ITAR
EAR
Trade compliance
Export licensing
Policy implementation
Compliance strategy
Foreign technology transfer
U.S. Munitions Import List classification
BATFE permanent import licensing
Compliant shipment of explosive materials
Communication skills
Organizational skills

Location

Auburn Hills, MI
Grayling, MI
East Syracuse, NY
Washington, D.C.

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

10+ years
8+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Salary/Compensations

$101,600 - $132,000
$121,900 - $158,500

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About the Company

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.
Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners.
Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career.
We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.

Equal Opportunity

Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.