Export Compliance Manager

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition : 76460

Job Description:

The Export Compliance Manager will play a key strategic and leadership role in supporting all aspects of the company’s global trade compliance program, with a primary focus on export control and sanction compliance, regulatory adherence and internal process development. Reporting to the Global Trade Compliance Director, this position ensures the company’s export activities comply with all applicable export control laws, regulations, and internal policies.

The role requires hands‑on operational expertise, process improvement skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions.

Note: This will be an on‑site role. We are open to any U.S. Skyworks location, preferably Woburn, Austin or Irvine.

• Export Compliance Leadership
  • Manage all aspects of export compliance, including but not limited to restricted party screening, customer due diligence, export control jurisdiction and classification, license determination, technology transfers, sanctions compliance and recordkeeping.
• Export Program Management
  • Lead internal and external export assessments and audits and improve processes to ensure compliance.
  • Provide guidance on Automated Export System (AES) filings, ensuring accuracy.
  • Implement and maintain comprehensive screening systems and work with the system vendors and internal teams to improve systems and processes to meet current export regulations.
  • Partner with Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sales, and other internal teams to coordinate export activities, complete screening, and address a wide variety of operational and regulatory matters.
• Process Improvement & Training
  • Develop, implement, and maintain export compliance policies, procedures, and technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
  • Develop and deliver training to internal stakeholders on export compliance requirements.
• Regulatory Interpretation & Support
  • Provide regulatory interpretation and guidance on export‑related matters, including classification and jurisdiction (ECCN, USML), customer due diligence, licensing, sanctions, and technology transfers.
  • Collaborate with outside counsel and consultants as needed.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping
  • Ensure global trade records are maintained in accordance with government document retention requirements.
  • Oversee export classifications, screening, and documentation.

• Expertise in U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) is a must; familiarity with categories 3, 5 and 9 is highly desirable.
• Knowledge about International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions, and other relevant export laws.
• Bachelor’s degree required; professional certification in trade compliance or export control preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in export compliance, preferably in the semiconductor or technology manufacturing sector.
• Subject matter expertise in U.S. export regulations (EAR), familiarity with OFAC sanctions and ITAR, anti‑boycott regulations, export licensing, and restricted party screening.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate complex regulatory matters to non‑experts.
• Experience conducting internal audits and assessments is a plus.
• Collaborative and creative approach;…