Sr. Manager, Trade Compliance

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

The Sr. Manager, Trade Compliance specifically will be responsible for administering the company's trade compliance program and working with the company's Director of Trade Compliance and Legal Department to implement appropriate controls to ensure the company's compliance with its legal and regulatory obligations. The candidate will be an integral part of the Trade Compliance team and will assist the Director of Trade Compliance with developing and updating the trade compliance policies throughout the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise & manage trade compliance specialists.

• Ability to manage trade compliance policies across multiple locations.

• Managing the company's day-to-day compliance programs transactions.

• Consulting with internal business partners both domestically and internationally, regarding program requirements and licensing expectations.

• Provide pricing for Trade Compliance direct program changes.

• Conduct Jurisdiction, Product Classification and HTS/Schedule B for products and software.

• Manage all export licensing requirements which includes (but not limited too): license determinations, transaction management, execution, recordkeeping and auditing. Extensive knowledge in TAA preparation and management is preferred.

• Draft procedures and provide training to internal personnel.

• Responsible for all technical data and technology determinations and marking instructions.

• Review and provide guidance on the following: Contracts, NDAs, Supplier Request and other legal documentation.

• Develop and Manage process and efficacy improvements within the respective areas of trade compliance.

• Conduct and participate in internal export compliance audits.

• Assist in the investigation of potential non-compliance, report findings to senior management.

• Implement and monitor corrective actions to ensure compliance with changes.

• Contributes to process and policy improvements.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Trade Compliance.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.

• Minimum 8+ years related work experience.

• Robust knowledge of the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

• A technical background for jurisdiction and classifications in hardware and software, is preferred.

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing government contracts that are subject to ITAR.

• Previous experience as an Empowered Official is desired.

• US person mandatory due to access to controlled information.

• Background in import / export regulations, compliance, classifications, licensing and exemptions, commodity jurisdiction requests and Technology Control Plans.

• Certified export compliance personnel and/or licensed customs broker is desired.

• Ability to file Electronic Export Information (EEI) in the Automated Export System (AES).

• Able to provide advice, counsel and coaching to all level of personnel in interpreting and understanding the compliance policies and procedures.

• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and phone etiquette.

• Strong negotiating skills.

• Role requires ability to work across multiple functional departments / organizations and globally.

• Ability to conduct research into project-related issues.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a time sensitive environment.

• Able to work within a team and foster teamwork and trust from both external and internal customers.

• Strong organizational, communication and computer skills.

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to be on MS Team video tools for online meetings.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to travel 20% of time.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Flexible working schedule to support business priorities.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type
Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com .

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