GA Telesis · 3 weeks ago
Senior Trade Compliance Analyst – ITAR
GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries. The ITAR Sr. Trade Compliance Analyst is responsible for overseeing compliance with U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and ensuring that controlled aircraft systems and technical data are managed in full regulatory compliance.
AerospaceAir TransportationCommercialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Step-by-step analysis of ITAR, its requirements and decision making
Apply ITAR (22 CFR Parts 120–130) relevant to aerospace and aviation activities
Develop and enforce classification and jurisdiction process
Create, implement, and maintain the ITAR compliance program, policies, and procedures
Determine jurisdiction and classification for aircraft, components, avionics, software, and technical data
Identify licensing requirements and manage DDTC authorizations. Submit License applications request
Act as the primary liaison with U.S. regulatory authorities (DDTC) and external counsel if needed
Oversee access controls for foreign nationals, including employee screening, visitor management, and IT system controls
Ensure secure handling of controlled data across engineering, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), and digital platforms
Conduct internal compliance assessments, audits, and risk analyses
Identify gaps, implement corrective and preventive actions, and monitor ongoing compliance
Support internal investigations, voluntary disclosures, and regulatory reporting obligations
Design and deliver ITAR and export compliance training for engineering, maintenance, supply chain, IT, HR, and leadership teams
Provide day-to-day guidance to business units on ITAR export control considerations related to aircraft operations, leasing, maintenance, and technical support
Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on aerospace/aviation operations
Maintain required records in accordance with ITAR retention rules
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in international business, Law, Engineering, Aviation Management, International Trade, or a related field
5+ years of experience in ITAR exports, preferred in aerospace or aviation
Strong working knowledge of aircraft systems, avionics, MRO environments, or aerospace manufacturing preferred
Hands-on experience with DDTC licensing systems (DECCS)
Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
Proven experience managing audits, regulatory inquiries, and compliance programs
Preferred
ITAR Certification or equivalent
U.S. Export Compliance Certification or equivalent
Aviation or aerospace compliance certifications (a plus)
Company
GA Telesis
GA Telesis a world-leading commercial aviation company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$275M2024-06-11Debt Financing· $50M
2017-06-19Debt Financing· $225M
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