Trade Compliance Analyst
LLNL · Livermore, California, United States · hybrid
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.
Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Trade Compliance Analyst. You will join our technical and regulatory compliance team, supporting the Laboratory’s operational infrastructure and mission-critical programs. You will analyze, interpret, and apply federal import and export regulations, and contribute to initiatives that improve compliance and operational efficiency across the Laboratory. You will provide technical guidance to LLNL professional, technical, administrative, and business operations personnel on diverse and multi-faceted trade compliance issues with limited direction, to include finding ways to minimize landed costs, advising programs on foreign national interactions, providing trade support on international procurements, and evaluating the potential transfer of LLNL hardware, software, and technology. You will interact with sponsor and subcontractor organizations and at least six federal agencies, including the Department of Energy (DOE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Department of Commerce (DOC), the Department of State (DOS), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). This position is within the Strategic Deterrence (SD) Directorate.
This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options, may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.
You will
- Analyze and apply U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regulations (CBP), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and related federal trade regulations to Laboratory activities.
- Review import transactions for Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) classification, valuation, country of origin, and free trade agreement for compliant declaration.
- Support procurements with landed-cost import quotes, and provide guidance on Incoterms, logistics, and import compliance.
- Review technical and programmatic documents, presentations, and Laboratory activities for export control compliance.
- Support jurisdiction and export-classification determinations for foreign visits, assignments, records of invention, non-disclosure agreements, and international shipments, using established guidance and escalating complex or novel matters, as appropriate.
- Assist with the preparation of voluntary self-disclosures and compliance documentation.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of trade-compliance procedures, guidance, and implementation tools.
- Participate in trade compliance assessments and help identify compliance risks and opportunities for procedural and process improvements.
- Maintain awareness of international trade developments and participate in internal trade compliance committees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.3
- Lead and implement cross-functional automation and process improvement initiatives within the Trade Compliance Program.
- Develop and author comprehensive records retention and assessment procedures to enhance efficiency and accessibility.
- Serve as a key technical resource for complex trade compliance matters, independently assess applicable regulations, and provide recommendations to Laboratory management and stakeholders.
- Prepare and author government voluntary self-disclosures, addressing complex regulatory challenges, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions in collaboration with management and legal counsel.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or regulatory field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regulations (CBP), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and related federal export regulations.
- Experience supporting compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and preparing regulatory documentation.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze information and develop practical solutions to moderately complex problems.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Additional qualifications at the TSS.3 level
- Significant experience developing and implementing compliance programs and leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives.
- Advanced ability to provide guidance and solutions to complex regulatory and operational challenges.
- Experience authoring complex regulatory documents and serving as a key technical resource for compliance issues.
Qualifications we desire:
- Licensed Customs Broker (LCB), Certified US Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) Certificate, or Certified Export Specialist (CES) highly desired.
- Experience with Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) classification and Schedule B code assignment.
- Working knowledge of Foreign Trade Regulations and AES/EEI filings.
- Experience collaborating with federal agencies (CBP, DOE, DOC, DOS, NRC, NNSA) and sponsor/subcontractor organizations.
- Knowledge of national security issues related to export control and laboratory missions.
Pay Range
$129,150 - $196,476 Annually
$129,150 - $163,764 Annually for the TSS.2 Level
$154,950 - $196,476 Annually for the TSS.3 Level
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
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Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.
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- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
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