Trade Compliance Specialist

Trade Compliance Specialist

Ensuring Export / Import trade compliance in accordance with Jenoptik internal policies, Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), OFAC regulations, U.S. customs laws as well as trade restrictions of the European Union (EU).

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Support and strong alignment with the ITAR-Empowered Official (EO) with projects, export license applications, documentation tasks and coordination, clarification of requirements, application and prosecution with case-by-case technical support from the export control officer of preliminary inquiries, export permits, examination of exemptions, embargoes and blocked business partners according to the anti-terror and embargo regulations, issuing and obtaining end-use declarations and import certificates, monitoring and compliance with the requirements of the export permits, requests to draft and submit EAR / ITAR / OFAC licenses, product classification requests and general correspondence, allowing adequate time for company and government review under the technical supervision of the ITAR-EO.
• Coordinate inbound freight clearances with U.S. Customs, carriers, brokers and forwarders with support from the ITAR-EO, as required.
• Coordinate and support import / export requirements with Shipping / Traffic Personnel and other departments, as required.
• Ensure timely submission of EAR licenses within the SNAP-R system. Work closely with company stakeholders to ensure that for each application, all required information is obtained and such information is complete and accurate.
• Maintain, monitor and develop business processes for submitting to and obtaining from the US government all necessary export and import licenses, permits, certifications, and technology release determinations.

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About Jenoptik :

At Jenoptik, people with the specific JENIUS character are changing the world with the power of light. That demands a spirit of exploration and dedication. If you're one of us, come meet the challenges facing the world. At Jenoptik, we're creating a better future for all of us.

The Advanced Photonic Solutions division of Jenoptik is a global OEM and machine supplier of solutions powered by photonics. Our engineering expertise excels across a broad portfolio of technologies in the fields of optics, laser technology, digital imaging, optoelectronics, sensors, as-well-as optical test and measurement equipment.

In the Semi & Advanced Manufacturing strategic business unit, we serve our customers with high-performance optical systems differentiated by uncompromising precision. In close collaboration with our customers we develop application tailored beam-shaping optics, outstanding microoptics and opto-mechanical assemblies. Off-the-shelf F-theta lenses complement our offering.

Nearest Major Market : Huntsville