Principal International Trade Compliance Analyst

Northrop Grumman
  • Location
    Rolling Meadows, Illinois
  • Sector
    Commercial
  • Experience
    Mid Career / Advanced
  • Posted
    Apr 29

Position description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Principal/Sr. Principal International Trade Compliance Analyst for its location in Rolling Meadows, IL. This position may be staffed as a hybrid role from the Rolling Meadows, IL. area.

What You’ll get to Do:

The International Trade Compliance Analyst will support the Navigation, Targeting & Survivability product portfolio, working to ensure compliance with export laws and internal processes that support foreign policy and protect national security.

The role and responsibilities of the Principal/Sr. Principal International Trade Compliance Analyst include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Manage comprehensive internal export controls to ensure compliance with U.S. (ITAR and EAR) and foreign regulations in the conduct of international marketing, sales, supply chain, and other business activities.

  • Work to ensure compliance with export laws that enhance foreign policy and protect national security.

  • Establish and implement business processes for submitting to and obtaining from the U.S. government all necessary export and import licenses, permits, certifications, and technology release determinations.

  • Assure that transactions comply with government regulations and internal procedures by conducting gate reviews for technical data, foreign travel, foreign visits, and export and import shipments.

  • Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.

  • Participate in training and audit assessment programs to ensure implementation and effectiveness of internal controls.

  • Support law department in investigating and resolving compliance problems, questions, or complaints.

  • Commodity jurisdiction and classification determination; and making determinations regarding applicability of exceptions and exemptions.

  • Develop and deliver presentations, including Export General Awareness training, program/function specific export training, and program/capture export licensing strategy updates to Division leadership.

  • Seek management support and guidance as needed, including collaborating on decisions that have the potential to be high visibility or impact.

Position Description:

The successful candidate will have solid work experience in the defense industry with past work experience in the areas of contracting, international trade, and/or legal. The position will be responsible for integrating export/import regulations into business processes; applying for all DDTC and BIS licenses and ensuring legal compliance to maximize business outcomes.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Int'l Trade Compliance Analyst 3:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance, Contracts, Legal, Program Management, etc.), or Master’s degree with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance, Contracts, Legal, Program Management, etc.). In lieu of a degree we will consider a High school diploma or GED  with a minimum of 10 years experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance, Contracts, Legal, Program Management, etc.), or

  • Working knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and other US Government Regulations.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Department of Defense Secret Clearance.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Int'l Trade Compliance Analyst 4:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance, Contracts, Legal, Program Management, etc.), or Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance, Contracts, Legal, Program Management, etc.). In lieu of a degree we will consider a High school diploma or GED  with a minimum of 14 years experience in export/import licensing and/ or compliance in relevant field (e.g. Trade Compliance,

  • Working knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and other US Government Regulations.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Department of Defense Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficient in the use of the OCR EASE Software.

  • Experience with use of/authorizing ITAR exemptions and EAR exceptions.

  • Experienced and comfortable providing training in person or via virtual methods.

  • Ability to participate in corporate-wide working groups for new procedures, regulatory changes, etc.

  • Able to learn and use new web-based applications including workflows and databases.

  • Experience with making Jurisdiction and Classification determinations.

  • Active Security Clearance.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Salary Range: $84,600 - $127,000

Salary Range 2: $104,900 - $157,300

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