Compliance Manager (ITAR)

ITAR Compliance Manager

Own and build a best-in-class ITAR program from the ground up. High-impact role with direct visibility to senior leadership.

Our client is a rapidly growing, innovation-driven organization operating in a highly regulated and technically complex environment. They are investing heavily in compliance, offering a unique opportunity to shape foundational processes and influence company-wide operations.

Job Description

• Lead a full ITAR compliance gap assessment across operations, systems, and third-party relationships
• Develop and execute a structured remediation roadmap with clear ownership and timelines
• Personally implement program components, including policies, training materials, and access controls
• Establish and maintain a robust Technology Control Plan (TCP) and documentation framework
• Drive cross-functional alignment with Engineering, IT, HR, Legal, Sales, and Operations
• Manage compliance tracking, reporting progress, and escalating risks to leadership
• Own export license lifecycle management (applications, renewals, amendments, usage tracking)
• Review and approve technology transfers, foreign national access, and deemed export scenarios
• Conduct internal audits and continuously improve compliance controls
• Lead external audits and regulatory engagements (DDTC, DCSA, DoD, etc.)
• Manage voluntary disclosures, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Develop and deliver targeted ITAR training programs across the organization
• Maintain and update policies, processes, and agreements in alignment with export regulations

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Law, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on ITAR and/or EAR compliance experience
• Deep knowledge of USML, CCL, and export licensing processes
• Proven experience building or transforming compliance programs
• Strong project management skills with cross-functional leadership experience
• Experience supporting or leading regulatory audits and agency interactions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex regulations
• Must meet U.S. Person requirements (per federal regulations)

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $80000 to $100000 USD.
• Opportunity to build and own a compliance program end-to-end
• High visibility with leadership and real influence on company direction
• Cross-functional exposure across technical and business teams
• Fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Competitive compensation with long-term career growth potential

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Quality, Technical

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Tilton

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Kyle Perry

Job Reference: JN-072026-7058346