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International Trade Compliance Manager 3

Compensation
$159,500–$239,300/year

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified International Trade Compliance Manager 3 Global Trade to join the sector Global Trade team. This position is based in El Segundo, CA, Melbourne, FL, or Falls Church, VA.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Establishes and implements the sector trade compliance program

  • Assures the compliance program complies with U.S. government regulations and internal procedures

  • Maintains the organization website and other shared sites for the organization and sector employees

  • Maintains applicable trade compliance records and provides reports in accordance with various regulatory requirements and international trade agreements

  • Represents the sector in international trade compliance initiatives and projects

  • Leads and participates in company and sector assessments and internal audits

  • Represents organization on complex contracts or projects associated with export and import regulations and company policy

  • Oversees organizational metrics supporting corporate and sector executive leadership reporting

  • Proficient in assessment and application of export and import regulations and commodity jurisdiction and classification determination

  • Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant and sensitive matters

  • Exercises good judgment seeking leadership support and guidance, including collaborating on decisions that have high visibility or impact potential

  • Manage a team of global trade professionals of varying levels of experience

The ideal candidate will be experienced with providing guidance on, authorizing and auditing/assessing ITAR and EAR transactions. Actively lead and participate in corporate-wide working groups for new procedures, regulatory changes, system implementation, etc. Will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.

Basic Required Qualifications

  • Must either have a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 9 years of international trade compliance experience or a master’s degree in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of international trade compliance experience or a PhD in business, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of international trade compliance experience. A HS degree or related and 14 years’ experience may be considered

  • Proficiency in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

  • Proficient in assessment and application of export and import regulations and commodity jurisdiction and classification determinations.

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Interim/Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Secret Clearance

  • Previous experience as an Empowered Official

  • Experience with OCR EASE Software and SAP GTS

  • Experience in Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure processes

  • Working knowledge of MTCR

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Job Details

Category
Legal & Compliance
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
El Segundo; United States-Florida-Melbourne; United States-Virginia-Falls Church, CA
Posted
Apr 15, 2026, 08:00 PM
Listed
Apr 16, 2026, 11:20 AM
Compensation
$159,500 - $239,300 per year

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