Radiant · 1 day ago
ITAR/EAR Compliance Manager
El Segundo, CA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expRadiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup focused on developing portable nuclear microreactors. The Compliance Manager will lead international compliance, export controls, and intellectual property strategy to ensure Radiant's innovations meet safety and compliance standards while collaborating with various teams.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and guidance concerning the requirements and obligations for handling export-controlled commodities, material, software, technical data, and defense services under the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administrations Regulations (EAR)
Work closely with engineering teams to make export control jurisdiction and classification determinations related to hardware, software, and technology used in nuclear applications
Design, implement, and lead Radiant’s export control and international trade compliance programs across all product lines, including nuclear and dual-use technologies
Make and document jurisdiction and classification (J/C) determinations under the ITAR, EAR, and related nuclear and energy export regimes
Develop and maintain Technology Control Plans, ensuring the segregation and protection of controlled technical data across teams and repositories
Oversee export licensing, exemptions, and authorizations; liaise with the Departments of State, Commerce, and Energy and other regulatory agencies as needed
Perform compliance assessments of export/import authorizations and related transactions and assist in any investigations of potential compliance issues
Oversee export authorizations, ensuring compliance with license scope, provisos and associated conditions
Oversee investigations and audits of compliance incidents, implement corrective actions, and advise leadership on regulatory risk mitigation
Support reporting obligations and maintain relationships with regulators globally
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
3+ years of experience in regulatory compliance or working federal regulatory matters at a U.S. government agency
Start-up, consulting, or other demonstrated experience in rapidly changing environment
Experience in nuclear, aerospace, or defense technologies
Strong understanding of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Understanding of engineering concepts and principles to be able to interface directly with development teams and craft policies and procedures
Strong project management, organization, and time management skills
Exceptional ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders about regulatory requirements
Preferred
J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state
8–12 years of combined experience in export controls, regulatory compliance, or IP law (in-house or at a law firm)
+5 years' experience in product development, defense technology, startups, defense contracting or similar
Prior experience with multi-jurisdictional co-development or international licensing frameworks
Familiarity with DOE Part 810 and NRC Part 110 export controls
Proven success leading investigations, audits, or compliance process improvements
Knowledge of exportability considerations and experience incorporating export control compliance into product development plans
Experience designing and implementing technology control plans
Extensive experience with US DoD contracts
Benefits
Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee + 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
100% premium coverage for top tier plan + 50% for dependents.
100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) + 50% for dependents.
Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.
Company
Radiant
Radiant develops portable nuclear microreactors designed to generate electricity and heat in a compact, factory-built form.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$518.82MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzUnion Square Ventures
2025-12-17Series D· $300M
2024-11-14Series C· $165M
2023-04-18Series B· $40M
Leadership Team
Doug Bernauer
Chief Executive Officer
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