International Trade Compliance Manager 3

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Empowered Official to join the International Trade Compliance organization as Sr. Manager, International Trade Compliance based out of Linthicum, Md. This position has responsibility to provide leadership and support for the Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) division and the Navigation, Targeting & Survivability (NTS) division Electronic Warfare & Targeting (EW&T) Business Unit to enable compliant international business across multiple locations. The person will lead a team of managers and professionals to develop export authorization strategies and implement policies and procedures for all export/import licensing and compliance activities. Key responsibilities include: Lead the AMS & NTS EW&T ITC staff to provide transactional support, guidance and training as required for the ongoing success of the business, driving accountability through management via metrics. Provide advice, guidance & authorization strategy concerning the requirements, interpretation, and obligations of U.S. export regulations and implementation of such requirements. Provide day-to-day people and subject matter leadership for the assigned team and create an environment that accelerates development of talent. Serve as the senior AMS Empowered Official for transactional compliance with export regulations, license preparation and processing, and the use of exemptions and exceptions in lieu of licensing. Develop and execute licensing strategies, export authorizations, training, and guidance based upon knowledge of the U.S. export regulations and implementation of Northrop Grumman policies and procedures. Responsible for evaluation of technology, hardware, software and services (including classification) to identify licensing requirements and ensure appropriate authorizations for export and import are in place (exceptions, licenses). Maintain awareness of changing export control laws and regulations and provide analysis regarding applicability and impact to division services and technologies, as well as existing company export policies and procedures. Provide training and awareness on international trade compliance matters. In coordination with the Law Department, investigate and support disclosure of potential non-compliance, and development and implementation of effective corrective actions. Foster team’s engagement with designated Export Technical Advisors. Establish relationships with key business collaborators and internal customers, including Business Development, Contracts, Global Supply Chain and Programs. As assigned, lead initiatives related to the development, automation, and continuous improvement of business processes and tools impacting the International Trade Compliance community. Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.