Voyager Technologies develops national security and space systems that operate across the full mission lifecycle, from ground infrastructure to orbit. Its portfolio includes controllable solid propulsion, radiation-hardened laser and RF communications, guidance and navigation systems, space cameras, image processors, airlocks, and commercial microgravity research platforms. The company works across satellite constellations, intelligence and signals missions, launch and mission services, in-space servicing and assembly, and commercial space infrastructure, including its role as a founding partner in the Starlab commercial space station initiative. With teams spanning manufacturing, logistics, and defense, Voyager Technologies offers a range of opportunities connected to the development and delivery of mission-critical aerospace capabilities.
Director of Global Trade Compliance (Remote, United States)
Lead global trade compliance for Voyager Technologies, a space, defense, and national security technology company. Oversee export controls, customs, sanctions, licensing, and related compliance operations.
Description
- Lead Voyager's international trade compliance strategy and operations
- Serve as Export Control Officer and empowered official
- Own and advance the global trade compliance program across export controls, import and customs compliance, sanctions, and anti-boycott regulations
- Create and implement policies, procedures, and internal controls across every jurisdiction where Voyager operates or sells
- Oversee ECCN, USML, and HTS classification and manage export, re-export, and transfer licensing
- Manage customs valuation, country-of-origin determinations, tariff classification, and duty programs
- Direct screening for denied and restricted parties, sanctioned countries, and embargoed entities
- Perform risk assessments and internal audits while leading remediation of identified gaps
- Lead responses to compliance incidents, voluntary self-disclosures, and government inquiries
- Advise executives and engineering, sales, supply chain, and M&A teams on trade compliance risks
- Build, mentor, and manage a growing trade compliance team
- Report to the Chief Legal Officer within the Legal department
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- At least 8 years of experience in global trade compliance, export controls, or customs, preferably within aerospace, defense, or advanced technology
- Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions programs, and U.S. customs and import regulations
- Hands-on experience working with BIS, DDTC, CBP, or OFAC
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills and confidence advising senior executives
- Must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)
- Must qualify to obtain required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce
- Preferred: experience in the space, satellite, or defense industries
- Preferred: certification such as Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or Certified Customs Specialist
- Preferred: experience supporting global expansion, M&A due diligence, or multinational supply chains
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) allows employees to take time to recharge and support a healthy work-life balance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage is available for employees and their families, with substantial company premium contributions and many employee benefits covered at 100%
- Access to flexible, affordable gym memberships at more than 12,700 locations nationwide, plus no long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
- Company wellness programs focused on physical and mental well-being
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
- Work with a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment