Senior Specialist, Trade Compliance

Woodward, Inc.

Trade Compliance Specialist managing export/import compliance and licensing strategies across multiple facilities. Supporting internal audits and training on compliance topics.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeSanta Clarita • California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $89,000 - $142,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serves as a primary point of contact within multiple facilities for export/import transactions.
Lead for promoting compliance with U.S. government and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), U.S. Treasury - Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) relating to the export of Company products, services, transfers of technical data, employment of foreign nationals and all other import/export licensing and compliance matters.
Supports review of customer/supplier contracts and recommends changes or alternate language to Trade Compliance provisions to ensure Woodward’s compliance
Leads structuring export licensing strategy through the use of licenses and agreements for complex business models.
Supports internal Trade Compliance audits and reviews within the Business Group.
Delivers and supports development of materials for the sites training on Trade Compliance topics.
Performs jurisdiction and classification of products and technologies.
Drives the processing and approval of applications for export/import licenses, commodity jurisdictions, advisory opinions, agreements (e.g., Technical Assistance Agreement, Manufacturing License Agreement, Distribution Agreement) for U.S. and international operations.
Monitors license and agreement submissions throughout the review and approval process and resolve issues as needed.
Support to develop, update, and implement compliance policies and procedures to address regulatory requirements and mitigate risks.
Identify potential compliance risks through thorough assessments and develop strategies to effectively mitigate those risks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years equivalent trade compliance experience can be considered in lieu of the degree.
A combination of defense industry experience with trade compliance is ideal.
5+ years of equivalent experience with administering the Trade Compliance program of a multinational company required.
Demonstrated ability to independently exercise judgement for trade matters.
Familiarity with international export regulations is helpful.
Technical expertise regarding U.S. export laws and regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and Customs).
Experience implementing Trade Compliance Programs.
Working knowledge of the Commodity Control List and the U.S. Munitions List

Benefits

Comp & perks

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

export complianceimport compliancetrade compliancejurisdiction classificationexport licensingcontract reviewrisk assessmentregulatory compliancetechnical assistance agreementscommodity jurisdictions

Soft Skills

judgmentleadershipcommunicationproblem-solvingtraining developmentstrategic thinkingcollaborationattention to detailanalytical skillsadaptability