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Job Title: Principal, Global Trade Compliance

Job Code: 24851

Job Location: Onsite Arlington, VA preferred

Job Schedule: 9/80 REG

Job Description:

The Lead, Global Trade Compliance is a full-time position within the Corporate Global Trade function at L3Harris reporting to the Director and Counsel, Global Trade Compliance. This position can be either remote or located in the Arlington, VA or Melbourne, FL offices. The Lead, Global Trade Compliance will investigate reportable compliance incidents to determine if an action or series of actions resulted in a USG trade regulatory violation. Furthermore, for those incidents that resulted in a violation, the Lead, Trade Compliance, will draft documentation, including voluntary self-disclosures, summarizing the incident, the root causes, and the corrective actions.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct internal investigations involving reported compliance incidents, to determine whether potential violations of US and non US export controls may have occurred.
• Develop investigation plans and reports; collect and analyze evidence.
• Coordinate with legal, HR, IT, and other functions as needed throughout the investigative lifecycle.
• Perform root cause analysis.
• Track and monitor investigations in case management systems and support required disclosures to applicable U.S. Government agencies.  
• Coordinate and align with business segments on actionable corrective actions, making recommendations on how to address root causes of potential matters. Track and follow-up on corrective actions related to CAVs, self-assessments, audits, etc.
• Maintain a working knowledge of relevant export controls laws (e.g. ITAR, EAR) but with a primary focus on investigative best practices.
• Present findings to Trade Compliance leadership.
• Draft and submit for review voluntary self-disclosures drafts as well as internal close-out memos. Assist with managing the corporate trade compliance program.
• Provide support to assist with fulfilling the requirements of the Consent Agreement
• Assist with data collection in preparation for internal assessments, audits, etc.
• 5-10% travel domestically

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Ability to apply U.S. Government regulatory requirements in complex scenariosExperience with conducting compliance investigations
• Exhibits a high attention to detail, integrity, and discretion
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interface with personnel at all levels, both verbally and in writing
• Working knowledge of IT systems, platforms, and tools a plus.
• Proficiency in OCR EASE export administration and licensing software
• Experience working under a Consent Agreement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint
• Demonstrated consistent application of company and industry business practices and concepts
• Specialized knowledge of multiple areas within U.S. Government regulations and business practices
• Ability to travel as necessary to support the functions of the job

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Seattle, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $118,000 - $219,000 This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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