Trade Compliance Associate

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Trade Compliance Associate

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Legal, Contracts & Compliance

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: None

Career Level: Junior

Requisition ID: 17165311

Description: Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%).
• Educational Assistance.
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role

• Work with various functional areas to determine their export/import needs; develop and implement appropriate strategies to meet business requirements; and ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
• Provide guidance and interpretation of US government regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and the Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Regulations (ATF)
• Perform review of program contractual statements of work to assist in the development of the work scope for export/import authorization(s)
• Prepare necessary export/import authorization requests required to support business objectives
• Perform post approval activities to include recordkeeping and reporting requirements
• Conduct export/import training and provide formal and informal communication/guidance to internal customers regarding conditions of export and import authorizations
• Prepare and present export and import internal control plans and proviso reviews
• Assist in the development and implementation of trade compliance policies and procedures, such as internal control plans for approved authorizations
• Perform compliance assessments of license and agreement files and assist as necessary in the investigation of potential non-compliances
• Support the implementation of corrective actions that result from export/import self-assessments, formal audits and non-compliances
• Present in meetings, training environments and respond to questions from various organizational functions related to export/import compliance.
• Review and approve foreign visit requests

Qualifications Sought

• Bachelors Degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Economics, Political Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years related experience in a business environment
• Knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), BATFE and other US Government Regulations
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload in a busy environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (ability to deliver information to all levels of the organization)
• Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications
• Ability to travel (5% U.S.) and (5% Canada) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• Previous Defense Industry Experience
• Experience assessing the applicability of ITAR exemptions and EAR exceptions
• Proficient in the use of the OCR EASE Software
• Experienced and comfortable providing training in person or via virtual methods
• Strong ability to work independently as well as with teams
• Strong collaboration and team building skills
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong commitment to integrity and professionalism

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%).
• Educational Assistance.
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role

• Work with various functional areas to determine their export/import needs; develop and implement appropriate strategies to meet business requirements; and ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
• Provide guidance and interpretation of US government regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and the Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Regulations (ATF)
• Perform review of program contractual statements of work to assist in the development of the work scope for export/import authorization(s)
• Prepare necessary export/import authorization requests required to support business objectives
• Perform post approval activities to include recordkeeping and reporting requirements
• Conduct export/import training and provide formal and informal communication/guidance to internal customers regarding conditions of export and import authorizations
• Prepare and present export and import internal control plans and proviso reviews
• Assist in the development and implementation of trade compliance policies and procedures, such as internal control plans for approved authorizations
• Perform compliance assessments of license and agreement files and assist as necessary in the investigation of potential non-compliances
• Support the implementation of corrective actions that result from export/import self-assessments, formal audits and non-compliances
• Present in meetings, training environments and respond to questions from various organizational functions related to export/import compliance.
• Review and approve foreign visit requests

Qualifications Sought

• Bachelors Degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Economics, Political Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years related experience in a business environment
• Knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), BATFE and other US Government Regulations
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload in a busy environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (ability to deliver information to all levels of the organization)
• Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications
• Ability to travel (5% U.S.) and (5% Canada) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• Previous Defense Industry Experience
• Experience assessing the applicability of ITAR exemptions and EAR exceptions
• Proficient in the use of the OCR EASE Software
• Experienced and comfortable providing training in person or via virtual methods
• Strong ability to work independently as well as with teams
• Strong collaboration and team building skills
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong commitment to integrity and professionalism

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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