Heven AeroTech

Heven AeroTech

ITAR/EAR Compliance Specialist

Sterling, Virginia

Work authorization required$70k-$125kDetected 30 days ago
CybersecurityComplianceBusiness DevelopmentSupply ChainCommunicationCollaborationInternal Audit

About the role

  • Heven AeroTech offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), and other authorizations with DDTC and BIS
  • Maintain a comprehensive license tracking system and ensure timely renewal, amendment, and closure of all authorizations
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve Heven AeroTech's Export Compliance Program (ECP), including policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Manage and maintain Technology Control Plans (TCPs) for foreign national access to controlled technology
  • Design and deliver ITAR/EAR awareness training programs for employees, contractors, and partners
  • Support new business development by providing export control due diligence on proposed transactions, partnerships, and collaborations
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, and investment activities with export control due diligence analysis
  • Partner with engineering, supply chain, operations, HR, and business development teams to embed compliance into core business processes
  • Advise on the design of physical and logical access controls to protect controlled technical data
  • Collaborate with legal counsel on compliance matters, contracts, and international transactions

Requirements

  • Ability to review, analyze, and interpret detailed technical, legal, and regulatory documents with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to occasionally move, transport, or set up materials and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, including files, laptops, presentation materials, and compliance documentation
  • Ability to travel occasionally for customer meetings, government engagements, audits, conferences, training events, or site visits, including potential visits to manufacturing, laboratory, or secure facilities
  • Ability to access and move through office, engineering, manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environments while complying with all company and customer safety requirements
  • Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, printers, scanners, telecommunication devices, and secure information systems
  • Ability to visually inspect and review technical data, engineering drawings, compliance records, access control documentation, and digital systems interfaces
  • Ability to work in secure or controlled-access environments requiring adherence to export control, cybersecurity, and government security protocols
  • Ability to participate in meetings, audits, training sessions, and cross-functional collaboration activities in both in-person and virtual settings
  • Must be capable of meeting all site access, badging, and security requirements associated with government facilities, defense contractors, and controlled technology environments
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with U.S. export controls, specifically ITAR and EAR compliance in an aerospace, defense, or dual-use technology environment

Nice to have

  • J.D. or advanced degree in a relevant discipline
  • Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or equivalent professional certification
  • Active or clearable U.S. Secret security clearance
  • Prior experience in the eVTOL, UAV/UAS, or advanced air mobility sector
  • Familiarity with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and DFARS cybersecurity requirements
  • Experience with export management systems (e.g., Visual Compliance, Descartes MK Denied Party Screening)
  • Experience in international business development or transactions, particularly in Europe, the Middle East, or the Indo-Pacific

Compensation

  • $70,000 - $125,000 USD

Benefits

  • include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.

Company info

  • At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people-we build our success on it.
  • As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we've earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued.
  • Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.
  • We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart -those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness.
  • At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.
  • Heven AeroTech
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Role Summary:
  • The ITAR/EAR Compliance Specialist is a critical member of Heven AeroTech's legal and compliance function, responsible for ensuring the company's full adherence to U.S. export control regulations-principally the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) administered by the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS).
  • This role serves as the company's subject-matter expert and internal advisor across all business units, supporting Heven AeroTech's mission to develop and commercialize innovative electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) and advanced aerospace technologies in a fully compliant manner.
  • The Specialist will own the day-to-day export compliance program, including licensing, training, screening, and regulatory engagement with DDTC and BIS.
  • Screen customers, suppliers, partners, and foreign nationals against U.S. government restricted-party lists (SDN, DPL, Entity List, etc.)

Equal opportunity

  • Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • export control regulations—principally the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) administered by the U
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