Senior Manager, Trade Compliance
Company: JCT Recruiting
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Description Industry:
Aerospace / Aviation / Defense Job Category: Legal - Other Legal
Job Details Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14
days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
Job Description: The Global Trade Compliance Senior Manager will be
responsible for all Trade Compliance matters and manage all Trade
Compliance teams within the Tactical Communications Sector of the
Communication Systems (CS) segment. This role will oversee the
development, implementation, and enforcement of trade compliance
policies, processes, and procedures. Supervise and coordinate the
activities of the trade compliance team to accomplish all assigned
responsibilities. Coordinate with the Licensing, Operations &
Training, and Customs & Traffic Directorates to ensure the
development and execution of compliant business solutions. This
includes but not limited to advising on the interpretation of USG
trade laws/regulations for export approvals, training content, and
requirements for the appropriate action and required documentation
for the physical export and/or import of all commodities. This
position must coordinate closely with other stakeholders in the
pursuit of international sales opportunities. This position reports
directly to the Global Trade Compliance Segment Director of
Communication Systems. Leading a team of 15, this role is on-site
located in Rochester, NY. Essential Functions: Supervise sector
trade compliance team Communicate trade requirements and status
updates to division leadership and sector president Implements
corporate trade compliance policies and procedures Develop
effective trade compliance requirements across the Sector, act as
Empowered Official on behalf of the Sector, anticipate/proactively
assess compliance posture Prepares, reviews, and manages export
authorizations and records Support and maintain a collaborative,
transparent and positive culture within the TCOM sector. Work
directly with leadership from Business Development, Program
Management, Operations, Finance, Order Management, Product Line
Management, Engineering and other key functions to ensure Trade
Compliance strategy is built into critical business pursuits and to
support business needs. Continuously improve the team’s procedures
to ensure critical revenue licenses are completed in satisfaction
of the Segment’s and Sector’s financial objectives. Ensure the
timely, accurate and successful completion of all investigations
and compliant reporting of all violations of USG trade
laws/regulations. Support Compliance Assistance Visits and
compliance audits to assess compliance posture 20% travel
domestically Ability to obtain US Secret Security Clearance
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with 12 years prior experience,
Graduate Degree with 10 years prior experience. In lieu of a
degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience. Minimum 3
years of experience leading a high performing team. Minimum 5 years
of experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR)
and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Minimum 5
experience with U.S. trade sanctions program to include Office of
Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Preferred Additional Skills: Ability
to interpret USG laws/regulations and assess risk management
aspects Experience with OCR EASE Must possess excellent
communications skills Previous assignment in military operational
and/or policy positions Technical background Background in the
Foreign Military Sales program Team player, proactive,
self-motivated, highly organized, ability to handle shifting
priorities Strong people leadership skills; Encourages team
contributions and team members to support each other. Communicate
effectively and professionally (both orally and in writing) at all
levels of the organization Make decisions using sound judgement
while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles
and applicable state and federal laws and regulations Analyze,
evaluate, develop and implement processes and procedures
assignments within budget and adhere to time requirements and
schedule Exercise discretion and independent judgement in the
performance of duties and tasks assigned. In compliance with pay
transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in
Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York
state, and Vermont is $103,000 - $191,000. This is not a guarantee
of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on
factors including but not limited to experience and geographic
location. Our company also offers a variety of benefits, including
health and disability Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills
and certification are required] ITAR ITAR licensing OCR EASE
Security Clearance Required: No Visa Candidate Considered: No
Compensation Base Salary - USD $105,000 to $190,000 Never repost
Full-time Benefits - Full Relocation Assistance Available - Yes
Commission Compensation - No Bonus Eligible - No Overtime Eligible
- No Interview Travel Reimbursed - No Candidate Details 10 to 15
years experience Seniority Level - Mid-Senior Management Experience
Required - No Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree Willingness to
Travel - Occasionally Screening Questions Do you have experience
with ITAR? Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have Trade
Compliance experience with licensing, ITAR, OCR EASE, and
management experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry.
Why we're a great company 9/80 schedule - every other Friday off 9
Employee Resource Groups Health benefits start on day 1 Tuition
reimbursement
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