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Senior Trade Compliance Specialist (R6250)

Shield AI· Legal Division – Compliance
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Hybrid (Dallas, TX), Hybrid (Seattle, WA)$81k - $120kFull Time EmployeePosted 1w ago

About the role

Senior Trade Compliance Specialist to support Shield AI’s global operations by guiding ITAR/EAR compliance for transfers of controlled goods, technologies, and services. Collaborates with Sales, Program Management, and Engineering to ensure alignment with U.S. trade laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

  • Review, prepare, submit, and manage various Export/Import Authorizations (Licenses: DSP-5, DSP-85, DSP-73, DSP-61, DOC licenses; Agreements: MLAs and TAAs; Exemptions/Exceptions) to authorize the transfer of regulated hardware, technical data, software, and services.
  • Implement and manage divisional trade compliance procedures, including visitor vetting, foreign travel, and restricted party screening, in accordance with ITAR and EAR regulations.
  • Provide clear, actionable guidance on compliance matters across Shield AI’s business units.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records for all U.S. State and Commerce Department license activity.
  • Review and ensure all export authorizations meet Shield AI and U.S. Government requirements.
  • Apply and uphold corporate trade compliance policies consistently across teams.
  • Evaluate the use and applicability of Exemptions and Exceptions within the business.
  • Monitor changes to U.S. Government export authorization policies and ensure Shield AI’s continued compliance and awareness.

Qualifications

  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years’ prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 2 years of experience.
  • Experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) licensing and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Required:ITAR licensingEAR licensingExport/Import authorizationsRecordkeeping

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package: pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  • Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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