Principal or Sr Principal International Trade Compliance Analyst

This role is part of the Transportation Organization and is focused on export operations, trade compliance and program support in the defense industry.

What You'll get to Do:

- Serve as an export gatekeeper and subject matter expert on export logistics and export regulatory compliance requirements for the compliant export of defense industry articles, assuring all internal requirements and processes are followed and reinforced.

Provide guidance and support to programs and other internal stakeholders on international trade compliance requirements such as export declarations, classification, Customs valuation, country of origin, returns for repair, material to vendor, etc.

Coordinate and provide expertise, guidance and support to programs on project cargo shipments and complex exports.

Determine, assign and verify HTS & Schedule B classifications and document rationales, rules of origin and applicability of other government agency trade compliance requirements, required for compliant and accurate declarations to government authorities including but not limited to Customs, Census, DoS, BIS, USMIL, EPA and FDA

Determine the best method of transportation globally, referring to documentation for destination, considering factors such as export/import authority, expense, delivery times, and user requirements. Contact carriers and interdepartmental personnel to discuss delivery issues, recommending rescheduling, alternate routines, alternate carriers and the like.

Coordinate with internal functions including programs, engineering, contracts, shipping and receiving, buyers, and international trade compliance and external parties such as freight forwarders, logistics service providers, customs brokers, surety companies, et. Al. to maintain and improve compliance, process efficiencies, reducing potential for transportation delays, facilitating on-time and cost-effective deliveries.

Coordinate with internal functions including programs, engineering, contracts, shipping and receiving, buyers, and international trade compliance and external parties such as freight forwarders, logistics service providers, customs brokers, surety companies, et. Al. to maintain and improve compliance, process efficiencies, reducing potential for transportation delays, facilitating on-time and cost-effective deliveries.

Coordinate with internal functions including programs, engineering, contracts, shipping and receiving, buyers, and international trade compliance and external parties such as freight forwarders, logistics service providers, customs brokers, surety companies, et. Al. to maintain and improve compliance, process efficiencies, reducing potential for transportation delays, facilitating on-time and cost-effective deliveries.

Coordinate with internal functions including programs, engineering, contracts, shipping and receiving, buyers, and international trade compliance and external parties such as freight forwarders, logistics service providers, customs brokers, surety companies, et. Al. to maintain and improve compliance, process efficiencies, reducing potential for transportation delays, facilitating on-time and cost-effective deliveries.

Coordinate with internal functions including programs, engineering, contracts, shipping and receiving, buyers, and international trade compliance and external parties such as freight forwarders, logistics service providers, customs brokers, surety companies, et. Al. to maintain and improve compliance, process efficiencies, reducing potential for transportation delays, facilitating on-time and cost-effective deliveries.

Develop, implement and administer end-to-end export operational processes to assure trade compliance through performance of in-depth pre-shipment activity reviews and export gate-keeping reviews.

Maintain complete and accurate records in accordance with all internal requirements, terms & conditions, and government regulations governing trade compliance.

Review and maintain data in systems, dashboards, generate performance metrics for all related activity and provide updates, reports and documentation to management and stakeholders.

Review and maintain data in systems, dashboards, generate performance metrics for all related activity and provide updates, reports and documentation to management and stakeholders.

Review and maintain data in systems, dashboards, generate performance metrics for all related activity and provide updates, reports and documentation to management and stakeholders.

Review and maintain data in systems, dashboards, generate performance metrics for all related activity and provide updates, reports and documentation to management and stakeholders.

Assist on trade compliance assessments and audits, prepare and/or review documentation as needed with management and complete all assigned actions.

Support business continuity and training plans and initiatives.

Support business continuity and training plans and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess subject matter expertise and proven track record in the compliant exporting of defense articles, project cargo shipments, HTS/Schedule B classification, program support and be detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to multi-task several projects at once.

Basic Qualifications for a level 3 Principal Trade Compliance Analyst:
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria


Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience; candidates without a Bachelor's degree will be considered if they have a minimum of 9 years of relevant industry experience

Experience in U.S. Export/Import Regulations, international logistics, operations, project cargo or supply chain pertaining to Trade Compliance, Freight Forwarding and Customs Brokerage

5+ years experience in HTSUS/Schedule B classification

Ability to obtain a secret clearance

US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:


Experience with U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

10+ years experience in HTS/Schedule B classification in aerospace & defense industry

Experience with U.S. export and import compliance reporting processes and implications for business activities

Experience with SAP S4 ERP

Experience with automated EMS and TMS tools

Experience with Country of Origin rules and determinations

Experience with U.S. Customs valuation rules and principles

Experience with OGA's including EPA, FDA, ATF

Bachelor's degree in international Trade, Logistics or Business Administration

U.S. Customs Broker License holder

Basic Qualifications for a level 4 Sr. Principal International Trade Compliance Analyst
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria


Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in aerospace and defense industry or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience in same industry; candidates without a Bachelor's degree will be considered if they have 12+ years of relevant experience in same industry

Experience in U.S. Export/Import Regulations including ITAR, international logistics, operations, project cargo, supply chain pertaining to Trade Compliance, Freight Forwarding and Customs Brokerage

8+ years experience in HTS/Schedule B classification

Ability to obtain a secret clearance

US citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:


Experience with U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

10+ years experience in HTS/Schedule B classification in aerospace & defense industry

Experience with U.S. export and import compliance reporting processes and implications for business activities

Experience with SAP S4 ERP

Experience with automated EMS and TMS tools

Experience with Country of Origin rules and determinations

Experience with U.S. Customs valuation rules and principles

Experience with OGA's including EPA, FDA, ATF

Bachelor's degree in international Trade, Logistics or Business Administration

U.S. Customs Broker License holder

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $141,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $176,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Charlottesville, VA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10218612-4

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-09T19:49:14