Trade Compliance Analyst

Associate | Full-time Security | Livermore, CA | 10/22/2026

Reference #: REF
8972SJob Code: TSS.
2 Technical Services & Ops MTS 2 / TSS.
3 Technical Services & Ops MTS 3

Organization:
Strategic Deterrence Position Type:
Career Indefinite Security Clearance:
Anticipated DOE Q clearance (requires U.S. citizenship and a federal background investigation)
Drug Test:
Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Trade Compliance Analyst. You will join our technical and regulatory compliance team, supporting the Laboratory’s operational infrastructure and mission-critical programs. You will analyze, interpret, and apply federal import and export regulations, and contribute to initiatives that improve compliance and operational efficiency across the Laboratory. You will provide technical guidance to LLNL professional, technical, administrative, and business operations personnel on diverse and multi-faceted trade compliance issues with limited direction, to include finding ways to minimize landed costs, advising programs on foreign national interactions, providing trade support on international procurements, and evaluating the potential transfer of LLNL hardware, software, and technology.

You will interact with sponsor and subcontractor organizations and at least six federal agencies, including the Department of Energy (DOE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Department of Commerce (DOC), the Department of State (DOS), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). This position is within the Strategic Deterrence (SD) Directorate.

This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options, may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization. This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team.

Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will Analyze and apply U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regulations (CBP), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and related federal trade regulations to Laboratory activities.

Review import transactions for Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) classification, valuation, country of origin, and free trade agreement for compliant declaration.

Support procurements with landed-cost import quotes, and provide guidance on Incoterms, logistics, and import compliance.

Review technical and programmatic documents, presentations, and Laboratory activities for export control compliance.

Support jurisdiction and export-classification determinations for foreign visits, assignments, records of invention, non-disclosure agreements, and international shipments, using established guidance and escalating complex or novel matters, as appropriate.

Assist with the preparation of voluntary self-disclosures and compliance documentation.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of trade-compliance procedures, guidance, and implementation tools.

Participate in trade compliance assessments and help identify compliance risks and opportunities for procedural and process improvements.

Maintain awareness of international trade developments and participate in internal trade compliance committees.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.
3 Lead and implement cross-functional automation and process improvement initiatives within the Trade Compliance Program.

Develop and author comprehensive…