What are the responsibilities and job description for the Export Compliance Specialist/Administrator position at Hanwha Aerospace USA?
Company Overview
Hanwha is a major South Korean conglomerate with diverse business interests across multiple industries including aerospace and defense, chemicals, energy, finance, and construction. Established in 1952, Hanwha has grown to become a global leader in these sectors, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainable development.
The company is particularly known for its advanced technologies in defense systems, solar energy solutions, and chemical manufacturing. Hanwha operates internationally, leveraging its robust R&D capabilities and strategic partnerships to drive growth and maintain a competitive edge in global markets.
Hanwha Aerospace USA
Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight-critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.
Position Overview
The Export Compliance Specialist will oversee the compliance function in the areas of export controls; economic sanctions; Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA); customs, supply chain, and shipping; and other areas of global trade compliance.
This individual will report directly to the Director of Global Procurement and be a member of the Hanwha Aerospace USA (HAU) compliance team. This role will have the opportunity to work on issues that impact virtually every part of the business and will require routine interface with executives, engineers, local and international personnel, as well as external counsel and vendors.
Responsibilities
- Supervises the preparation of and preparing export licensing documentation.
- Analyzes hardware, software, and services for export classifications.
- Reviews export control requirements for manufacturing lab visitation.
- Drafts, reviews, and implements internal policies, processes and procedures.
- Prepares and conducts effective compliance trainings for employees.
- Supervises coordination with engineering, launch, and manufacturing teams to manage shipments.
- Coordinates with teams across the company to understand the compliance impact of proposed new products, services, and acquisitions.
- Drafts and prepares filings for government agencies, including license applications, regulatory notifications, and scheduled reporting.
- Supervises the review, clearance, and escalation of automated flags for global trade compliance screening.
- Performs Record-keeping retention and organization.
- Ensures compliance with FCPA requirements.
- Coordinates with hiring managers and HR team to ensure proper export compliance for new hires.
- Supports 3PL administrative tasks and export license compliance throughout the supply base.
- Domestic and International Travel required.
Required Qualifications
- Must be a
