Export Control Specialist
MDA
- Brampton, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Apply for re-exports retransfer authorizations for US-origin products with the US Department of State or Commerce;
- Close contact with all MDA programs to ensure all required permits and licenses are in place at all stages of the contracts including those needed for early release of data to final delivery of products;
- Responsible for the management of the Export Controls Online (EXCOL) platform and processes related to it including but not limited to export permit applications, reporting conditions, advisory opinions assuring complete accuracy of applications.
- Key player for general Canadian and US trade controls to ensure compliance with US ITAR/EAR regulations, Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Canadian Exports and Imports Permit Act (EIPA).
- Liaise with different local and foreign government agencies/officials for trade controls related matters maintaining a high level of tact and diplomacy
- Liaise with and support other MDA Locations on all tasks in this job description;
- Review & keep track of Technical Assistance Agreements, DSP-5s and other different export approvals and liaise with PMO to ensure compliance and suitability;
- Review and assist in developing processes associated with export controls and security;
- Acts as Alternate Security Officer, (ACSO) and Designated Official (DO) to support certain functions under the Controlled Goods and Industrial Security programs.
- Ensure there is no unauthorized access to CGP or US controlled materials which includes managing access to segregated computer directories;
- Provide training on and CA/US Export Controls for MDA employees.
- Reporting risks to management on a periodic basis highlighting any issues along with strategies for risk mitigation.
- Devise creative ways to solve export issues as they arise keeping in mind the business reality of continuing work.
- Support with daily activities as necessary, including jurisdiction and classification reviews and other export or security related tasks as assigned by the Manager
- Support with compliance investigations
- A minimum of 2 years experience in export controls
- University or College degree in International Trade, Commerce or Law from a recognized institution or 2+ years of relevant experience
- Understanding of Canadian and US export laws, including but not limited to ITAR, EAR the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and Canadian exports and imports permits act.
- Good understanding of anticorruption and due diligence practices policies and procedures.
- Ability to work in a team oriented environment and with minimum supervision
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to deal with all levels of the organization and with external customers.
- Possess good judgement and the ability to resolve complex export related issues.
- Must be dead-line oriented and flexible and be able to work under pressure.
- Good understanding of space technology would be a definite asset.
- Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the secret level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.