Trade Compliance Officer at AeroVironment

United States

AeroVironment Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, International Trade, Law or related field, or equivalent
  • Minimum of 12+ years of overall export administration experience with an aerospace firm, defense contractor or government entity
  • Experienced in dealing with entities such as U.S. Government entities (e.g., DOD, Department of Commerce), international customers or international brokers / freight forwarders
  • Experienced in working with outside Trade Compliance consultants
  • Expert understanding of DECCS and SNAPR Systems, and license applications
  • Expert knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and applicable International regulation, with the ability to understand, interpret and communicate

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications (DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-61, TAA, MLA, etc.), plus license and agreements management for Department of State and Department of Commerce
  • Prepare and submit requests for Commodity Jurisdictions (CJ’s), advisory opinions (AO’s) and general correspondence
  • Serve as an Empowered Official (high potential)
  • Ensure full compliance with all Trade Compliance Laws and Regulations and maintain currency of Laws and Regulations
  • Assist in maintaining accurate product Export and Import classifications (ECCN, ITAR category, HTS, Schedule B codes, etc.) and a current database of all classifications
  • Work with outside Trade Compliance consultants and legal counsel as directed
  • Maintain excellent Trade Compliance records in full compliance with USG Export Regulations
  • Attend and participate in AV Export Compliance Council monthly meetings
  • Maintain an active role in export shipments; develop close working relationship with shipping department to prevent violations; ensure imports are properly handled
  • Participate in Export Training curriculum development, presentation, and maintenance of training logs
  • Oversee international visitors and travelers’ policies and control
  • Maintain TC processes and procedures; train company employees; audit compliance to procedures
  • Identify improvement opportunities and problems, provide guidance to Sr. management, implement approved solutions, and report progress
  • Provide expert guidance to International Business Development and Program Management in pursuits, gated proposal reviews (all 6 stages), Trade Show and Demo support, and contract reviews for trade compliance
  • Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments; may supervise others within the team
  • Work on significant and unique issues requiring evaluation of intangibles
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

DSP-5
DSP-73
DSP-61
TAA
MLA
ECCN
ITAR
HTS
Schedule B
Commodity Jurisdiction
Empowered Official
Export Compliance
Trade Compliance Training
Export Licensing

AeroVironment

Develops autonomous robotic systems for defense

About AeroVironment

AeroVironment develops and sells autonomous robotic systems that can perform various missions without human intervention. These systems are designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risks to personnel, and provide valuable data to users. The company primarily serves government agencies, defense organizations, and commercial clients, focusing on the defense and aerospace sectors. AeroVironment stands out from its competitors by emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility in its business practices, which not only helps the environment but also builds loyalty among employees and customers. The company's goal is to lead the market in intelligent robotic systems while promoting sustainable practices and creating new business opportunities.

Monrovia, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1971Year Founded
$20.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision
Health Savings Account
401(k) Account
Alternative Work Schedule
Educational and Tuition Assistance Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave Donation
Time Off
Travel Assistance
Company Sponsored Events

Risks

Competition from European drone companies like Parrot may impact market share.
US-China trade tensions could disrupt AeroVironment's supply chain.
BlueHalo acquisition poses integration risks and management distraction.

Differentiation

AeroVironment specializes in unmanned aircraft systems for defense and commercial markets.
The company focuses on sustainability and innovation in autonomous robotic systems.
AeroVironment's acquisition of BlueHalo enhances its defense technology capabilities.

Upsides

Increased demand for Western-made drones boosts AeroVironment's market share.
BlueHalo acquisition enhances AeroVironment's competitive edge in defense technology.
Customizable AI UAVs attract new military contracts with enhanced adaptability.

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