Compliance Specialist – ITAR / EAR / FAR / DFARS (Aerospace & Defense)

Overview

An established U.S. defense and government contractor is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support enterprise regulatory compliance across federal programs. This role focuses on export controls, import compliance, and federal contracting regulations within a highly regulated Aerospace & Defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support ITAR / EAR export compliance, including classification, licensing, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Manage ATF import/export compliance, including Forms 6 & 6A, FFL/FEL coordination, and AECA registration
• Ensure adherence to FAR / DFARS requirements across active government contracts
• Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Contracts, IT, Security, HR, and Finance
• Support DCMA / DCAA audits, internal compliance reviews, and corrective action plans
• Assist in developing and delivering compliance training and reporting
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and support regulatory inquiries

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, Compliance, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Aerospace & Defense or Government Contracting
• Hands-on experience with ITAR and EAR export compliance (licensing, classification, and controls)
• Direct experience with ATF import compliance (Forms 6/6A, FFL/FEL, AECA registration)
• Working knowledge of FAR / DFARS regulations
• Experience supporting compliance in a matrixed, multi-stakeholder environment (contracts, legal, security, operations)
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
• Valid U.S. passport and willingness to travel occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CCEP, CIA, or CISSP
• Experience supporting NIST 800-171 / CMMC compliance environments
• Experience with large defense primes, subcontractors, or federal system integrators
• Exposure to DCMA/DCAA audit processes and corrective action systems

Ideal Background

Candidates should have hands-on experience in federal compliance programs within Aerospace & Defense or regulated government contracting environments, including export control operations and contract compliance at scale.

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical compliance programs supporting U.S. federal and defense operations in a highly regulated, collaborative environment.