Manager, International Trade Compliance

About the role

Oceaneering is seeking a strategic leader to head its International Trade Compliance function for the Aerospace & Defense Technologies (AdTech) business. The manager will design and scale a global trade compliance program that supports growth while meeting U.S. and international export, sanctions, and import regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Direct the execution and continuous improvement of Oceaneering’s global trade compliance governance, policies, procedures, internal controls, training, and reporting.
• Serve as senior subject‑matter expert on ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and related import/export requirements.
• Lead export jurisdiction, classification, licensing, authorizations, and Technology Control Plan activities for hardware, software, technical data, and defense services.
• Partner with engineering, contracts, legal, security, supply chain, procurement, program management, and business development to embed compliance into product development and proposal activities.
• Advise executive leadership on regulatory changes, business impacts, and risk‑informed compliance strategies.
• Develop metrics, conduct audits, oversee investigations, and drive continuous program improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in export controls, international trade compliance, or government contracting; 12‑15 years preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions, and U.S. import/export requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Required skills

• Export licensing, classification, and jurisdiction expertise.
• Technology Control Plans and controlled technical data management.
• Customs and import compliance knowledge.
• Experience with trade compliance tools, automation, workflows, or compliance management systems.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Export Specialist (CES), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB).

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, mental health, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance program.
• Competitive salary range $138,000 – $185,000 per year.