Lead, Trade Compliance, Empowered Official

OverviewJoin to apply for the Lead, Trade Compliance, Empowered Official role at L3Harris Technologies.L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.Job Title: Lead, Trade Compliance, Empowered OfficialJob Location: Salt Lake City, UT; Goleta, CA; Herndon, VA or any L3Harris site.Schedule: 9/80 Schedule, every other Friday offL3Harris Technologies is actively seeking a Lead Trade Compliance, Empowered Official to join our Maritime Sector team.ResponsibilitiesThe Trade Compliance Lead will prepare agreements in accordance with federal regulations to support International business initiatives, including: employment of foreign persons, manufacturing abroad, and sourcing and development relationships with foreign entities.Interprets governmental responses and provides guidance to stakeholders.Establishes and maintains relations with corporate Global Trade Compliance to ensure the company's position on licensing and technology is conveyed, understood and accepted by US Government.Analyzes business initiatives per regulatory requirements and advises Divisional, Sector and Segment management on compliant execution of activities.Conducts training sessions for employees and assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.Develops and conducts audits of internal controls and procedures by examining artifacts to ensure compliant transactions.Supports external audits and inquiries from US governmental control agencies such as Customs, DoS and DoC through data gathering and corrective action execution.Influences product development decisions through technical jurisdictional analysis to support business strategies in a compliant manner.Essential FunctionsAct as the Empowered Official (EO), responsible for the effective and compliant execution of the division export program.Maintain, improve, and follow current published internal export compliance policies and procedures (including work instructions) to meet the requirements of corporate and departmental policy.Apply for DoS and DoC export licenses as required.Manage international agreements and licenses.Oversee division employee International Travel and foreign visitors.Supervise and mentor on-site and remote site division trade staff including Export Compliance Coordinators and Customs Compliance Officials.Approve export shipments in accordance with available authorizations.Work with internal and external service providers, freight forwarders and customs brokers.Provide strategic export guidance and advice to stakeholders (i.e. business development, program management, contracts) for direct commercial sales and foreign military sales programs.Attend Global Trade University Training and other external third-party import/export training seminars, as required.Ensure full compliance for export transactions including valuation, jurisdiction/classification, harmonized tariff classification, country of origin, execution of export license determination, the completion of export documentation, issuance of shipper's letter of instruction, filing of Electronic Export Information, and export record retention.Ensure that all requirements are met prior to the use of an Exemption under ITAR or EAR, to include recordkeeping and reporting.Ensure restricted party screening is conducted on all export transactions, to include customers, freight forwarders, suppliers, et al. and resolve any red flags regarding proposed export activities.Verify the jurisdiction/classification of items to ensure if materials fall within the scope of ITAR and/or EAR.Understand and remain current with the provisions and requirements of L3H policies and procedures and U.S. Government Export/Import Laws and Regulations. Work cooperatively and proactively across functional areas to ensure compliance with all U.S. export laws, rules and regulations. Understand the criminal liability, civil liability, and administrative penalties for violating U.S. or Foreign Government Export/Import Laws and Regulations.Provide training to stakeholders involved in international business to increase compliance of the organization’s policies and applicable laws related to trade, exports and import compliance and monitor effectiveness of the training.Conduct periodic self-audits and implement corrective action, as required.Assist Global Trade Group with investigations of non-compliance with import/export laws and regulations.Oversee the preparation for and response to trade compliance audits conducted by corporate Global Trade Group and other external auditors.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.Demonstrated extensive knowledge of ITAR, EAR, FTR, OFAC, US Customs regulations and other participating government agencies (e.g., FDA, FCC, ATF).Export product knowledge in dealing with overseas product and/or technical data on state-of-the-art products.Experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data mining/ad hoc reporting.Basic understanding of Incoterms and Global Logistics.Ability to travel 20% and ability to obtain a security clearance.Preferred Additional SkillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.Proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external customer relationships.Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary ranges are provided by location for this role. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Specific programs may vary by date of hire, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements.Equal Opportunity Employer notice: L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other protected status. A drug-free workplace and pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks may be performed where permitted by law.Security clearance notice: Many positions may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.By submitting your resume for this position, you understand L3Harris Technologies may share your resume and related information with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for considering you for other positions. L3Harris is an E-Verify Employer. 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