Zone 5 Technologies · 23 hours ago
Trade Compliance Specialist
San Luis Obispo, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expZone 5 Technologies is redefining unmanned aircraft systems with innovative solutions. They are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to manage export compliance documentation, collaborate with engineering and legal teams, and ensure adherence to trade compliance regulations such as ITAR and EAR.
AerospaceManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform export classifications (ECCN, USML, HTS codes)
Draft program-level export documentation in collaboration with engineering
Support the preparation of shipping paperwork (EEI, SLI, commercial invoices, packing lists)
Conduct denied party and embargo screening
Maintain export documentation in compliance with audit requirements
Support training of engineering and program staff on compliance best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
3–5 years of trade compliance experience
Strong knowledge of ECCN, USML, ITAR/EAR, and OFAC screening
Experience preparing export compliance documentation, requests, supporting forms
Preferred
Certified Export Specialist (CES) or similar credential
Experience in defense/aerospace manufacturing environment
Ability to mentor junior compliance support staff
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
401k with company-match
4 weeks of paid time off each year
12 annual company holidays
Company
Zone 5 Technologies
Zone 5 Technologies is an aviation component manufacturing company that develops and tests unmanned aircraft systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-17Acquired
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