Export Compliance Manager

Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for an Export Compliance Manager at ourChandler AZ location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful sunny Chandler Arizona. Youll join a first-class dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier quality products. Youll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state-of-the art solutions all in a family-first community with top-rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Export Compliance Manager is responsible for leading and administering all export compliance activities for the assigned site. This role ensures strict adherence to U.S. export regulations and company policies through effective oversight of licensing documentation internal controls training auditing and issue resolution. Responsibilities include conducting export jurisdiction and classification determinations reviewing engineering change orders (ECOs) and product modifications for compliance impacts managing exportrelated controls and performing daytoday transactional activities that support compliant order processing. These transactional duties include reviewing and releasing export holds performing restrictedparty screenings and validating export data to ensure timely and compliant shipments. The Export Compliance Manager serves as the primary onsite compliance resource supports group and corporate initiatives and is expected to be appointed as an Empowered Official under ITAR regulations.

Essential Functions:

Compliance Guidance and Training

• Provide expert export compliance consultation to engineering quality operations sales contracts HR and other stakeholders.

• Develop deliver and maintain training programs and records to support sitewide regulatory compliance.

Site Compliance Oversight

• Serve as the primary point of contact for sitelevel export compliance inquiries and requirements.

• Ensure compliance with EAR ITAR OFAC and related regulations maintaining accurate and complete documentation.

• Interpret and communicate regulatory requirements to internal teams.

• Review engineering change orders (ECOs) and product design changes to identify and address potential compliance impacts including updates to jurisdiction classification and licensing requirements.

Export Hold Review and Release

• Review and release exportrelated holds on orders shipments and transactions.

• Validate regulatory requirements prior to release and document all resolution actions.

• Coordinate with crossfunctional teams to ensure timely processing.

Group and Corporate Program Support

• Implement group and corporatelevel export compliance initiatives at the site.

• Collaborate with peers across Aerospace & Electronics (A&E) locations to ensure alignment and consistency in compliance practices.

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

• Participate in group and companywide meetings calls and initiatives ensuring timely completion of followup actions.

• Share best practices across sites to support continuous improvement of compliance programs.

Auditing and Incident Management

• Conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of the sites export compliance program.

• Investigate potential compliance incidents coordinate with legal counsel as needed and document findings and corrective actions.

• Oversee deniedparty screenings enduser verifications screening records and antiboycott compliance.

• Ensure appropriate training for sales shipping supply chain and other internal stakeholders.

Licensing and Documentation Management

• Prepare submit and monitor export license applications and other required regulatory filings.

• Manage system access controls and maintain compliancerelated records.

• Perform and maintain export jurisdiction and classification determinations (e.g. ECCN USML) for parts assemblies technical data software and services including updates driven by engineering changes or new product introductions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 5 years of experience in export compliance or related regulatory functions (ITAR EAR OFAC).

• Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of U.S. export control regulations and compliance requirements.

• Skills: Strong communication (written and verbal) training organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

• Ability: Demonstrated capability to partner with crossfunctional teams and translate complex regulations into clear actionable guidance.

• Education/Certification: BA/BS or equivalent experience

Equivalent experience may include:

• Applied experience with EAR ITAR OFAC and related export regulations.

• Practical experience with export licensing classification and jurisdiction determinations.

• Completion of recognized export compliance training or relevant professional certifications.

• Eligibility: Only U.S. persons may be considered due to ITAR Empowered Official requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA or joint degree).

• Export compliance experience in the aerospace and defense industry.

• Experience performing jurisdiction and classification determinations (ECCN USML).

• Experience working with engineering teams including reviewing ECOs and assessing compliance impacts of design or configuration changes.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment within a manufacturing organization.

• Work involves significant computer usage and visual concentration.

• Occasional visits to the manufacturing floor may require PPE (eye protection hearing protection grounding straps).

• Possible exposure to noise cold temperatures dust or fumes during floor visits.

• Occasional travel may be required for compliance initiatives or training.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Approx. 10%

• Sitting: Approx. 90%

• Lifting/Pushing: Up to 10 lbs

• Mental/Visual: Computer telephone calculator filing

• Workspace: Cubicle/desk

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:

• Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.