Trade Compliance Manager

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.  Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. What You’ll Do: The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of export activity for all Archer business segments/units. The position will focus on assessing and mitigating risk to ensure compliance with U.S. and other applicable export regulations; managing denied party/sanction screening processes; and leading all Archer export registrations and licensing efforts. Additionally, this role will support the development and maintenance of corporate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with worldwide import and export laws and regulations. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and conduct export program activity in accordance with relevant U.S. and Canadian government authorities and Archer company policies. Conduct all aspects of export control including ECCN, ITAR, and other classifications as required. Ensure appropriate recordkeeping and controls of all export activity and registration files in accordance with regulations. Act as trade compliance subject matter expert to communicate, collaborate, and respond to all Archer internal queries. Monitor and identify changes in applicable rules, regulations, standards and related export trends relevant to Archer; recommend and establish necessary modifications to policies and procedures. Conduct audit and assessment of business activities for adherence to export control requirements and procedures Liaison with internal and external counsel as needed. Develop and provide education plan and subject matter training to team and internal resources. Other duties as assigned. What You Need: 4-year degree or equivalent experience in international trade or customs brokerage. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in international trade or international business environment and regulatory compliance including import, export, ECCN classification, and related compliance. Expert knowledge of relevant regulations, including those administered by U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, and Treasury (ITAR, EAR, OFAC).  Proven experience and successes with: working with U.S. trade regulatory agencies, including US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, and other participating government agencies interfacing with external suppliers’ trade compliance counterparts to align licensing efforts with day-to-day business needs Learning and interpreting applicable export regulations, and effectively communicating corresponding requirements to a wide range of internal stakeholders creating and implementing export control processes and procedures performing export control classifications for articles, software, or technology controlled on the CCL and/or the USML Experience with drafting export license applications and requests for use of license exemptions and exceptions Excellent interpersonal, conceptual, project management, decision-making, problem solving and leadership skills required Effective communicator both verbally and written with all levels of management, functional staff, and government officials Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently   Bonus Qualifications: Advanced degree such as MBA, JD or joint advanced degree.  Export compliance experience in the aerospace & defense industry.  Experience with freight forwarders, customs officers, customs Brokers, and internal and external customers on all matters pertaining to customs regulations Knowledge of anti-boycott, AML/KYC, conflict minerals, and privacy compliance Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $149,600-$187,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at  people@archer.com . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. This position may require exposure to information which is subject to U.S. export control regulations. To conform to such regulations as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.