Global Trade Compliance Manager (Aerospace)

Location: Hybrid position in Torrance, California, United States, with a minimum of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.

Salary: $129,600–$165,200 USD annually for roles hired in California.

Company

hirify.global is a high-growth technology company developing software-defined defense systems, including the Leonidas power management platform, for national security applications.

What you will do

• Manage the import and export compliance program across ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs, OFAC, and other trade regulations.
• Draft export licenses, authorizations, technology transfer plans, and written jurisdiction classifications for commodities and technical data.
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, standard processes, and operational checklists.
• Oversee denied-party screening, internal investigations, audits, and the use of systems containing export-controlled technical data.
• Monitor regulatory changes, deliver employee training, and advise senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering on jurisdiction classifications supporting new product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 5–7 years of import/export compliance experience, preferably in defense or manufacturing.
• Extensive knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations, plus basic knowledge of import regulations.
• Demonstrated export licensing experience and experience with U.S. government systems including DECCS and SNAP-R.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain the authorizations required under ITAR.
• Regular onsite presence is required for at least 3 days per week.

Nice to have

• U.S. Customs Broker License, CUSECO, or another industry certification.
• Master’s or other graduate-level degree.
• Knowledge of lean process improvement, Agile systems, OCR-EASE, or related tools.
• Strong communication, administrative, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-growing, agile, creative, and innovative work environment.
• Culture of continuous learning, mentorship, belonging, and inclusion.
• Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings, training events, or government regulator meetings.
• The role begins as an individual contributor, with direct reports expected as the business grows.