FieldAI · 7 hours ago
Director of Export Control and Technology Compliance
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$70K/yr - $300K/yr
7+ years expField AI is seeking a Director of Export Control and Technology Compliance to build and lead the company’s compliance and controlled information framework. This role is responsible for ensuring that technical data, software, and systems are properly classified, protected, and accessed in accordance with applicable U.S. export regulations and internal policies.
Enterprise SoftwareRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Robotics
Responsibilities
Establish and own Field AI’s export control and data classification program, including export-controlled technology, controlled unclassified information, and non-controlled commercial data
Classify hardware, software, source code, and technical data under applicable U.S. export regulations, including EAR and related classification schemes
Define and implement graduated access controls based on data classification, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations
Create and maintain Technology Control Plans and controlled information handling procedures appropriate for a startup environment
Advise leadership and Human Resources on hiring eligibility, onboarding practices, and role-based access to regulated programs
Partner closely with Engineering and IT to design compliant development workflows without slowing product velocity
Establish policies for storage, transmission, and sharing of controlled technical information and CUI
Design and deliver training programs on export control, data handling, and compliance requirements
Support customer due diligence, security questionnaires, and compliance reviews
Monitor regulatory and contractual changes and assess their impact on company operations
Lead response and remediation efforts for potential compliance or data handling issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Law, International Trade, Security, Compliance, or a related field
Seven or more years of experience in export control, trade compliance, regulatory compliance, or controlled information governance
Hands-on experience with EAR classification and implementation of technology control measures
Strong understanding of controlled unclassified information requirements and government contract data handling obligations
Experience working directly with technical teams on access control and data segregation
Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, scalable operational processes
Strong judgment, ownership mindset, and ability to operate with limited structure
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience in a startup or high-growth technology company
Background in dual-use or defense-adjacent technologies
Familiarity with DFARS, NIST 800-171, or similar frameworks
Prior experience standing up a compliance or governance function from the ground up
Experience working directly with founders or executive leadership
Company
FieldAI
FieldAI is pioneering the development of a field-proven, hardware agnostic brain technology that enables many different types of robots to operate autonomously in hazardous, offroad, and potentially harsh industrial settings – all without GPS, maps, or any pre-programmed routes.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$405M2025-08-20Series Unknown· $91M
2025-08-20Series A· $314M
Leadership Team
Ali Agha
Founder and CEO
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