Aerospace Trade Compliance Manager

PPG's Aerospace Business is looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to join our team. As the Trade Compliance Manager (TCM) you will be responsible for the interpretation and application of complex, technical export control regulations. You will need to develop a thorough understanding of PPG's products, technologies, end uses, and customers in order to ensure full compliance with applicable trade regulations.

You will serve as the primary liaison between the Global Trade Compliance organization and the designated business site on all trade compliance‑related matters.

In this role you will report to the Global Trade Compliance Manager (Global TCM) for Aerospace. This is a hybrid role (4 days onsite) and can be based in any of the following locations:
Sylmar, CA;
Atlanta, GA;
Avon, MA; or Wallingford, CT.

• Maintain a working knowledge of all PPG Aerospace Export Compliance Procedures, Corporate Export Compliance Procedures, and site‑specific standard operating procedures (SOPs supporting the PPG Compliance Program).
• Analyze and interpret regulatory requirements as they relate to:
  • U.S. Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
  • U.S. Treasury Department Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
  • Other applicable U.S. Government Agency rules and regulations
• Provide consultative guidance to PPG Aerospace business units, global subsidiaries, sales, procurement, project management, and order management teams to resolve export‑ and import‑related matters and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document, implement, and administer required trade compliance policies, procedures, and training programs for the Aerospace site, with guidance from management.
• Support product classification activities, including EAR, ITAR, HTS, and Schedule B determinations, by collaborating with technical personnel, suppliers, and distributors to obtain necessary product information.
• Ensure appropriate record‑keeping systems are implemented and maintained.
• Conduct periodic internal audits of the site’s Trade Compliance program; assist in implementing corrective actions and identifying systemic compliance risks.
• Support management‑led compliance investigations involving potential export or import violations.
• Determine export licensing, license exception, exemption, and agreement requirements for site products, software, and technical data.
• Identify foreign nationals at the site and monitor access to controlled technology in accordance with export‑control requirements.
• Administer Visitor Control processes, technology/data reviews, and international travel approval workflows.
• Ensure adherence to denied‑party screening requirements and country sanctions/embargo controls.
• Identify and analyze opportunities for new or revised trade compliance business processes driven by regulatory or operational changes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of export‑control processes.
• Support International Logistics Coordinators by reviewing and approving export authorization requirements for shipments.

• 5+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, Global Trade, or a related discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in business, transportation/logistics, chemistry, or global/trade compliance preferred, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Up to 20% travel may be required.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 10% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings are confirmed at the time of hire.

Work Schedule
We work on-site Monday through Thursday and provide the option for a remote work arrangement on Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

PPG offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All applicants and employees are treated fairly regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, disability status, or other protected characteristics.

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