Senior Trade Compliance Officer

Overview

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. We prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology and leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective jet-powered unmanned aerial systems (Targets and Tactical). KUAS is a mid-tier defense contractor known for agility and innovation in delivering aircraft to the U.S. military and global allies and partners. Our track record includes delivering jet-powered subscale targets at an affordable price.

At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. We foster a supportive and dynamic workplace, encourage professional development, and honor personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today.

The Senior Trade Compliance Officer will manage all aspects of the export process for trade compliance laws, including but not limited to the Department of Commerce and Department of State, U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. The role provides guidance to internal resources to identify controlled data and hardware, licensable transactions, evaluates export license requests, gathers necessary data, and prepares documentation for license applications submitted to the appropriate government agency.

The position also handles trade-related reporting, recordkeeping, and maintenance of existing licenses, with responsibilities to prepare, review and approve international shipments, run denied party screenings, and provide analysis to business partners.

• Serve as an Empowered Official as a member of the Trade Compliance Department
• Support and interact with Kratos’ Program Management, Engineering, Business Development, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Traffic and Contracts Department
• Verify proper export jurisdiction and classifications for products, technology, documentation, and software in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws
• Provide guidance and advice regarding import/export issues to peers and upper-level management while ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Prepare export/import license applications
• Conduct and facilitate due diligence reviews in connection with transactions that may pose a trade compliance risk to the Company
• Coordinate and approve international shipments in accordance with U.S. trade laws
• Complete Denied Party Screenings
• Review, approve and coordinate international travel documents as they relate to U.S. trade laws
• Maintain compliance due diligence reports and records
• Monitor and study relevant regulatory developments (Department of State, Department of Commerce, Customs & Border Protection, OFAC)
• Help business partners understand risks and communicate consequences, and develop alternatives to manage identified risks
• Manage record keeping and reporting requirements
• Other duties may be assigned

• None

$115,000 - $140,000

Required:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to meet deadlines and respond to requests on short notice
• Excellent communication skills

Required:

• BA/BS in related field or 10 years of industry experience in international trade, export compliance or related experience
• Experience with U.S. trade laws (ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs regulations, OFAC)
• Practical day-to-day work experience applying ITAR and EAR regulations
• Working knowledge of export/import shipping documents (e.g., Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, EEI filings, Air Waybills)
• Experience in the defense industry is a plus

• Office and/or manufacturing environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines

• Ability to travel domestically as required between company locations

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification.…