Senior Trade Compliance Officer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price.

At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Trade Compliance Officer will have responsibility for all aspects of the export process for Trade Compliance laws including but not limited to the Department of Commerce and Department of State, US Census Bureau, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Office of Foreign Assets Control. The Senior Trade Compliance Officer will provide guidance and support to internal resources to identify controlled data and hardware, licensable transactions, evaluate export license requests, gather necessary data, prepare documentation for license applications for submission to the appropriate government agency as well as trade related reporting, recordkeeping, and maintenance of existing licenses. This role will also have responsibility to prepare, review and approve international shipments, run denied party screenings, and provide analysis to business partners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as an Empowered Official as a member of the Trade Compliance Department
• Support and interact with Kratos Program Management, Engineering, Business Development, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Traffic and Contracts Department
• Verify proper export jurisdiction and classifications for products, technology, documentation, and software in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws.
• Provide guidance and advice regarding import/export issues to peers and upper-level management, while assuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepare export/import license applications.
• Conduct and facilitate due diligence reviews in connection with transactions that may pose a trade compliance risk to the Company.
• Coordinate and approve international shipments in accordance with U.S. trade laws.
• Complete Denied Party Screenings
• Review, approve and coordinate international travel documents as they related to U.S. trade laws.
• Maintain compliance due diligence reports and records.
• Monitor and study relevant regulatory developments (Department of State, Department of Commerce, Customs & Border Protection, Office of Foreign Assets Control)
• Help business partners understand the risks and consequences of a given situation. Effectively communicate the consequences and develop alternatives to manage identified risks.
• Manages record keeping and reporting requirements.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

COMPENSATION:$115,000 - $140,000

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to meet deadlines and respond to requests on short notice.
• Excellent communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• BA/BS in related field or 10 years of industry experience in international trade, export compliance or related experience.
• Experience with U.S. trade laws (i.e. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export. Administration Regulations (EAR), U.S. Customs trade regulations, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
• Practical day to day work experience applying ITAR and EAR regulations.
• Working knowledge of export/import shipping documents (e.g., Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Electronic Export Information (EEI) filings, Air Waybills.
• Experience in Defense Industry is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel domestically as required between company locations.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALSiASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT AREiINCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY.i THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES