Lead Specialist, International Trade Compliance

About the role

The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team ensures rigorous and compliant execution of global export controls, sanctions laws and related regulations. The Lead Specialist serves as a key contributor within the ITC team and partners closely with GE Aerospace programs and functions to apply international trade laws and regulations in support of the company's expanding global business. The role is performed with a degree of autonomy, with guidance from senior ITC professionals depending on experience.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee export shipment operations, ensuring compliance with authorizations, accurate license decrementation and proactive resolution of shipment issues
• Prepare, review and file export declarations accurately and in compliance with regulations
• Audit export declaration records to verify proper filings, identify discrepancies and maintain data integrity
• Monitor, track and report on trade compliance activities, including license decrementation metrics and KPIs
• Deliver training on export shipment processes and export declaration compliance
• Support senior team members in preparing authorization applications for U.S. agencies such as the Department of State (DDTC) and the Department of Commerce (BIS)
• Process and dispose of requests for export license exemptions and exceptions
• Maintain records in line with U.S. Government regulations and internal compliance policies
• Drive process and procedure improvements and collaborate on cross-functional projects

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience, with at least 4 years of progressive, relevant experience in trade compliance or a closely related field
• Demonstrated experience in export operations, including end-to-end process management in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with DDTC and BIS licensing applications
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR and U.S. Customs requirements, especially in high-volume settings
• Desired: proficiency with DECCS and SNAP-R platforms

Required skills

• International trade compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs)
• DECCS and SNAP-R platforms (desired)

What we offer

• Base pay of $112,000 to $149,000, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and/or commission
• Healthcare, retirement savings plan with company matching, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, life insurance and more
• Drug screening required; relocation assistance is not provided