Specialist - Trade Compliance

Specialist - Trade Compliance

Location Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States This job is associated with 2 categories See allJob IdWHQ00026747Tech Ops / Maintenance - Management & AdministrativeJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 08/21/2026

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

The Trade Compliance Specialist oversees daily execution of all United trade compliance processes and systems in order to ensure compliance with all government trade regulations, authorizations, and processes for movement of United Airlines material across international borders. The Trade Compliance specialist maintains regulatory awareness of domestic and foreign rulemaking and works with internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities to design and implement compliance systems that ensure United’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate trade declaration submissions to international trade authorities. The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for providing direction and oversight to internal stakeholders and third party agents and brokers supporting United Airlines performance of the above activities.

Execute trade-related activities leading to United’s ongoing compliance with U.S. and foreign laws and regulations

Participate in and, where appropriate, lead projects or initiatives of varying complexities

Identify procedural improvements to United’s trade compliance activities and coordinate with relevant stakeholders on implementation

Assist with cross-functional projects related to trade compliance activities, transactions, and obligations

Interface with regulatory authorities, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.K. His Royal Magesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and other regulatory bodies as required

Prepare trade-related applications and responses to regulator requests in coordination with Legal

Generate, maintain, and monitor government import/export declarations, certifications, and accompanying other government agency (OGA) requests

Coordinate amongst the trade compliance team and with internal stakeholders to understand key business objectives and to develop import and export authorizations that allow for the efficient, timely, and compliant transfer of technology, technical data, hardware, and services

Conduct reviews and audits of United’s import and export compliance policies and procedures to maintain compliance with the latest applicable laws and regulations

Proactively identify and communicate potential gaps to the trade compliance team and recommend and implement improvements

Manage and maintain records in accordance with government regulatory requirements and internal policies

Conduct training and provide operational advice on compliant execution of trade and sanctions regulations

Track status and provide reports and metrics associated with trade compliance activities

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Business, International Trade, Global Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Experience with U.S. import regulations (19 CFR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and regulations administered by OFAC

3+ years in the field of customs or international trade

Solution-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and written communication skills

Detail oriented

Self-motivated and improvement-oriented

Up to 10% travel as needed

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience with trade-related licenses and exceptions

Knowledge of ACE, DECCS, SNAP-R, and/or OCR EASE

Experience in the application of international trade-related regulations (ITAR, EAR, US import regulations) in high-volume environments

Experience with Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) and Manufacturing Licensing Agreement (MLA) preparation and administration

Tariff and/or export control classification ability and experience

Audit and/or investigation knowledge and experience

Global trade management software development or implementation skills

Licensed Customs Broker

5+ years in the field of customs or international trade

Knowledge of, and experience in, the Aerospace or Airline industry

Ability to read, understand, and correctly apply complex regulatory text and legal rulings

The base pay range for this role is $81,795.00 to $106,602.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years relevant experience in Business, International Trade, or related field
• 3+ years experience with U.S. import regulations, ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship; strong analytical and communication skills