Trade Compliance, Lead Associate

About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
About The Role
Peraton is hiring a Trade Compliance Analyst to join our growing Trade Compliance team within the Legal Department. This position supports activities involving U.S. government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, and civilian markets. The role is primarily remote; however, occasional on-site work may be required. As such, candidates must reside in one of the following locations:
DC, MD, Northern Virginia Metro area
Annapolis Junction, MD
Melbourne, FL
Huntsville, AL
Colorado Springs, CO
Aurora, CO
Responsibilities:
Apply working knowledge of the ITAR, EAR, and FTR to research, analyze, interpret, and advise functional departments on compliance with U.S. international trade laws and regulations.
Prepare, submit, and administer export authorization requests, including Technical Assistance Agreements, Commerce licenses, and validation of applicable ITAR Exemptions and EAR Exceptions.
Review and approve international shipments (exports and imports), foreign travel, and foreign visitor requests, ensuring all activities comply with licensing and regulatory requirements.
Review proposals, contracts, and purchase orders and participate in programmatic technical discussions related to business area programs and technologies.
Conduct export compliance training for new employees, existing employees, and program-specific teams.
Maintain export and import records in accordance with U.S. regulatory requirements and company policy.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree with 3 years of related experience. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Prefer Trade Compliance experience with a government contractor.
Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Organizational skills with experience managing multiple deadlines.
Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience is preferred in entering and managing export authorizations in Oracle's GTM, DECCS, SNAP-R and CBP's AES.
Ability to obtain a TS clearance.
US Citizenship
Must reside near one of the following locations:
DC, MD, Northern Virginia Metro area
Annapolis Junction, MD
Melbourne, FL
Huntsville, AL
Colorado Springs, CO
Aurora, CO
Details
Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Work arrangement
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