Trade Compliance Specialist - ITAR​/EAR; relo

Starkville, MS | $80,000 - $100,000 salary

Full-Time | 100% Onsite

We’re partnering with a growing manufacturer in Starkville, MS that is looking for a Trade Compliance Specialist to support export compliance, documentation, product classifications, restricted party screenings, and audit‑ready recordkeeping.

This is a strong fit for someone with 3+years of export compliance, customs, or trade compliance experience who understands ITAR, EAR, OFAC, export documentation, and controlled technical data in a regulated environment.

• Support export compliance activities under ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs, and OFAC requirements
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• Classify products, components, and technical data under export control guidelines.
• Prepare and review export documents, including commercial invoices, EEI/SED filings, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
• Coordinate export license applications and track license requirements.
• Conduct restricted party screenings and maintain compliant records.
• Work with Engineering, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Program Management to support compliant shipments.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Maintain export records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Help identify trade compliance risks and support corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements.

• 3+years of experience in export compliance, customs administration, or trade compliance
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• Experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or another regulated industry preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations
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• Export Customs Specialist Certificate or Export Specialist Certificate preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and export compliance tools.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and follow‑through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with defense contracts or controlled technical data
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• Familiarity with HTS classifications
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• Experience supporting government audits or voluntary disclosures.
• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
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• Certified Export Specialist preferred.

• $70,000-$80,000 salary range
• Hands‑on exposure to ITAR, EAR, OFAC, export licensing, and controlled technical data
• Work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Program Management
• Strong fit for someone who wants to grow in trade compliance, export compliance, or defense manufacturing compliance

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