Trade Compliance Specialist

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

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Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of “equipping those who defend freedom.” At Moog we have a culture of trust and mutual respect; and for you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Moog’s Corporate Group is looking for a Trade Compliance Specialist to join them!

You will have a remote work schedule near the Blacksburg, VA or East Aurora, NY facility. This is a Regional Remote position for the Blacksburg, VA team and will report to the Regional Trade Compliance Manager.

To be considered for the Trade Compliance Specialist role, you should have:

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. An associate degree combined with additional relevant experience may also be considered.

• 3 years of experience working in or supporting a manufacturing organization in a similar role.

Highly desired:

• An advanced degree in International Business or Engineering, along with trade-related certifications.

• Experience in contracts, program administration, or engineering

• Direct export/import licensing experience.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. export/import regulations, including ITAR, EAR, ATF, and OFAC.

As the Trade Compliance Specialist, you will:

• Support the Operation’s activities in international trade and function as a subject matter expert in export/import regulations; assisting with obtaining licenses and other USG authorizations; advising the business on the export and import of goods and technical data.

• Advise and provide expertise to ensure Moog’s compliance with export/import laws with respect to the shipment of goods, technical data and the providing of services, foreign travel, foreign visitors, Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and other international activities.

• Assist in building the culture of compliance and support the administration of the Company Compliance Program within the Group

• Increase compliance awareness through support and training of personnel on all aspects of compliance (i.e., Denied Party Screening, etc.)

• Primary focal point for license/USG export authorization administration, including post-approval tasks such as kick-off meetings with program teams, monitoring and maintaining the use of the authorization.

• Provide guidance and assistance to functional departments in the development or modification of existing processes and work procedures to ensure proper trade compliant actions are considered at the appropriate time to promote compliance and mitigate risks.

• Support domestic and international business travel, including regular travel to Moog’s Blacksburg, VA location.

How we care for you: 

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance 

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages 

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs 

• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.

• Onsite Pharmacy, Gym, and Clinic available to employees

• Our Blacksburg Operations work schedule consists of 9-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, and a 4-hour shift on Fridays.

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The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 

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