Trade Compliance Specialist (SSO Division - Irvine, CA)

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Services & Support Operations Division

The Services and Support Operations (SSO) is a global leader of integrated MRO services and support. We are renowned for our exceptional customer service and expertise at every stage of the aircraft lifecycle, providing innovative OEM-quality service solutions across a comprehensive portfolio. We are proud to serve airlines/ business jet operators, the military, airframe/ engine manufacturers, as well as independent service centers. With our extensive network of service teams worldwide, MRO facilities, proprietary predictive modeling, and advanced systems, we offer 24/7 operational and technical support wherever it's needed.

Trade Compliance Specialist (SSO Division - Irvine, CA)

Position Summary/Essential Functions:

Position will report to the Military Proposals and Contracts Leader. Work with engineering, customer service, contracts administration, suppliers, I/T, Corporate Transportation and Logistics team, Corporate Compliance team and other appropriate resources to ensure the division maintains a trade compliant status. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

This role is responsible for the trade compliance process for simple to moderately complex requirements.

Position will report to the Military Proposals and Contracts Leader. Work with engineering, customer service, contracts administration, suppliers, I/T, Corporate Transportation and Logistics team, Corporate Compliance team and other appropriate resources to ensure the division maintains a trade compliant status. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities:

* Promotes and fosters a safe work environment.

* Maintains division's import and export manuals and conducts regular audits.

* Maintains the division's item master for HTS, COO, and License status.

* Works with Engineering and/or procurement on new product compliance coding.

* Ensures import and export records are filed according to US and Parker rules.

* Provides FTA data to customers as required.

* Assists with Government Licensing applications as necessary.

* Responsible for the proper exporting of the division's products.

* Monitors and/or manages Parker compliance systems and tools.

* Ensure adherence to Parker policies and programs.

* Ensures compliance to industry regulations and protocols such as CTPAT, ITAR, and EAR.

* Attends Parker import/export training annually.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (4 Year) in Logistics, Supply Chain or Operations Management, Business, or Other.
• 3 Years Experience and/or exposure to trade compliance in the forwarding industry, brokerage or other transportation entities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend updates to accommodate compliance objectives.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Programs.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Understanding of lean enterprise principles and practices.

The wage range for this role considers allowances for a number of factors, including but not limited to required experience, skill level, prior training, licensure/certifications, education, and other business needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $81,226 - $131,131, based on experience.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.
• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit.
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.

Time Away & Work-life Balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off Program
• 13 paid holidays
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.
• We believe in the importance of work life integration and support a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS)

Career Advancement and Education:

• Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.
  
  

Additional Benefits:

• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

• Drug-Free Workplace
  In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

• Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

• Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).

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