Round-Peg Solutions (RPS) · 2 hours ago
Trade compliance Specialist
Placentia, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRound-Peg Solutions (RPS) is a global aerospace, space, and defense manufacturer supporting mission-critical programs. They are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to take ownership of Trade Compliance execution, working closely with engineering, shipping, and operations to ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Mohamed Kulasi
Responsibilities
Own hands-on Trade Compliance execution across ITAR, EAR, HTS, and U.S. export regulations
Review export requests and make Trade Compliance determinations on licensing, exemptions, and exceptions
Prepare, submit, and manage export authorisations, ensuring ongoing Trade Compliance and audit-ready records
Perform and validate export classifications (USML, CCL, HTS) as part of day-to-day Trade Compliance operations
Support audits, corrective actions, and training to strengthen overall Trade Compliance across the business
Work closely with engineering, shipping, sales, and operations to enable compliant execution through effective Trade Compliance
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience in Trade Compliance within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, USML, CCL, HTS, and EEI filing requirements
Ability to perform complex export classification analysis, not just follow procedures
Confidence advising the business on Trade Compliance questions and escalation paths
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree with 5+ years relevant experience
or 7+ years relevant experience without a degree
Experience with HTS classifications and the WCO Harmonized Tariff Schedule
ERP experience (AVANTE or similar desirable)
Strong Excel, Word, and analytical capability
Company
Round-Peg Solutions (RPS)
Welcome to Round Peg Solutions (RPS): a customer-focused recruitment partner to the high-tech & precision engineering, advanced manufacturing and supply chain industries.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase