Trade Compliance Manager

Crane Cryogenics

Trade Compliance Manager managing compliance programs with a focus on global trade regulations and federal contract requirements. Collaborating with leadership and operational teams to mitigate risk and enforce compliance.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeStamford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of U.S. export control regulations, including ITAR and EAR, along with a strong understanding of federal contracting requirements such as FAR and DFARS. Proven ability to conduct compliance assessments and internal audits while fostering a culture of compliance across operational teams.

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U.S. Export Control RegulationsFederal Contract ComplianceInternal AuditsTrade ComplianceLicensed U.S. Customs Broker

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Hard Skills

Import/Export RegulationsCompliance AssessmentsFederal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA)False Claims Act (FCA)Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)Cybersecurity ComplianceControlled Technical InformationNISPOM Compliance

Soft Skills

Ethics and IntegrityCollaborationRisk MitigationStrategic Partnership

Tools & Technologies

Compliance Program ManagementGlobal Trade Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed U.S. Customs BrokerProfessional Trade Compliance Certification

Industry Keywords

Global Trade RegulationsU.S. Federal Contract RequirementsDefense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)Operational Business UnitsCompliance Culture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Compliance Manager supports the implementation and ongoing enforcement of the Company’s compliance program, with a primary focus on global trade regulations and a secondary focus on U.S. federal contract requirements.
This role demands an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
The Compliance Manager is responsible for planning and conducting internal audits, performing compliance assessments, and serving as a recognized subject matter expert in import/export compliance and demonstrated experience with U.S. federal contract compliance.
As a strategic business partner, the Compliance Manager collaborates closely with leadership and operational teams across the organization to promote a culture of compliance and to proactively mitigate risk.
This position reports directly to the Director of Compliance and Ethics.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of professional experience supporting operational business units in trade compliance and/or federal contract compliance matters.
Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with U.S. export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Strong knowledge of import and export regulations, including classification, licensing, jurisdiction, valuation, country of origin, and global trade documentation requirements.
Demonstrated experience with U.S. federal contracting requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and related standards such as Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA), False Claims Act (FCA) obligations, and modified Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Working knowledge of Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) requirements for cleared facilities, including personnel clearance, facility clearance, and NISPOM compliance.
Technical or operational background supporting DoD programs, with experience in areas such as controlled technical information, safeguarding requirements, cybersecurity-related compliance obligations, or corporate compliance and internal investigations.
Licensed U.S. Customs Broker (LCB) or equivalent professional trade compliance certification (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health
wellness incentives
assistance with retirement savings
paid time off
paid holidays
tuition reimbursement
performance-based bonus programs