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Global Trade Controls Specialist - Millennium Space Systems

El Segundo, California; Los Angeles, California Job ID JR2026507643 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 27, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.

Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

The Global Trade Controls Specialist will be responsible for complying with the company's export and import compliance program and working closely with the company's Global Trade Controls (GTC) manager and Boeing counterparts. The candidate will be an integral part of the GTC team and will assist the organization with various GTC responsibilities, including jurisdiction and product classifications, supplier reviews, access requests, and process improvement. This position is onsite at our El Segundo, CA office.

This position’s internal job title is Trade Controls Specialist. Our team is currently hiring for Level 3.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Process Supplier requests, Denied Party Screenings (DPS), Visitor Approvals and Technical Data Reviews
  • Conduct Jurisdiction, Product Classification and HTS/Schedule B for products, software, and related Technology
  • Consult with internal and external business partners to ensure the smooth and compliant handling of all aspects of the company's international efforts
  • Communicate procedural changes via email, through training and other communication vehicles
  • Develops and conducts audits of internal controls and procedures by examining artifacts to ensure compliant transactions
  • Supports external audits and inquiries from US governmental control agencies such as Department of State (DoS) and Department of Commerce (DoC) through data gathering and corrective action execution
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) with comprehensive knowledge of job area
  • Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches
  • Makes significant improvements in processes or systems
  • Frequently responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees across the Company within area of expertise
  • Works to educate others on GTC practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches
  • Work consists of making significant improvements of processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the GTC manager

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years’ related work experience (e.g. export and import controls, supplier reviews, etc.)
  • Knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
  • Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and phone etiquette
  • Able to work within a team and foster teamwork and trust from both external and internal customers
  • Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Certification
  • Background in import / export regulations, compliance, classifications, licensing and exemptions, commodity jurisdiction requests and Technology Control Plans
  • A technical background for jurisdiction and classifications in hardware, software, and Technology
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a time sensitive environment
  • Role requires ability to work across multiple functional departments / organizations

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards:

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Level 3: $96,050– $141,250

Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 29, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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