Director, Global Trade Licensing & Sanctions

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Falls Church
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description What's it like to work at BAE Systems? In a word, Remarkable! BAE Systems is seeking a collaborative and strategic leader to serve as the Director, Global Trade Licensing & Sanctions. As part of BAE Systems, Inc's Headquarters global trade function, you will join a dynamic team of subject matter exports committed to empowering the success of our global business. This role will provide critical support to the Vice President, Global Trade Licensing & Sanctions, in overseeing global trade initiatives and promoting operational excellence across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to partner across functional teams and business units to ensure compliance and effectively mitigate risks while enabling global business objectives.Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of global trade strategies in alignment with business goals and regulatory obligations;
• Oversee the quality review and submission, and management of export and import authorizations, ensuring compliance with U.S. Government regulations and internal policies;
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to leadership and global trade professionals on complex export licensing matters, including classification, advisory opinions, and licensing requirements;
• Act as a key liaison with U.S. Government agencies in license discussions and regulatory engagements, including addressing inquiries and facilitating timely resolution of licensing challenges;
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting global trade and assist in communicating updates to the organization, ensuring policies and processes remain current and compliant;
• Collaborate with functional and business leaders to integrate trade compliance requirements into broader business strategies and operational plans;
• Develop and enhance processes, tools, and practices to support global trade professionals;
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external partners to address technology release issues and foreign trade regulations that may impact business execution;
• Assist in the development of innovative solutions to address complex export and import challenges, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.This position allows for a hybrid remote work schedule, requiring, on average, 3 days per week onsite.Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years' work experience in global trade licensing and compliance, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex regulatory challenges;
  • Deep knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and related U.S. and foreign trade regulations;
  • Experience supporting leadership in the development of licensing strategies and regulatory engagements, including interfacing with U.S. Government agencies such as DDTC, DTSA, and BIS.
  • Expertise in systems such as DTRADE, SNAP-R, and OCR EASE;
  • Proven success collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing actionable trade compliance guidance to senior management;
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to support the development of compliance solutions aligned with business objectives;
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present to senior leadership;
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required;
  • U.S. citizenship required, with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
    • Experience with BATFE regulations and firearms trade compliance;
    • Experience in operational oversight of anti-boycott and sanctions regulatory requirements;
    • Advanced degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field;
    • Prior government experience;
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multinational environment, addressing cross-border regulatory challenges.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $135556 - $230444Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team - making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

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