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Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.
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The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.
Sr. Export Control / Compliance Specialist
Overview
Join OST’s team supporting mission-critical DoD programs, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with U.S. export control regulations across international and defense-related efforts. This position works closely with program teams, contracts, and leadership to support export-controlled activities, mitigate risk, and enable successful global program execution.
Description of specific duties in a typical workday for this position:
- Support export control and compliance activities across DoD and international programs
- Review program documentation, contracts, and technical data to identify export control considerations (ITAR/EAR)
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of export authorizations, licenses, agreements, and exemptions
- Provide guidance to program teams on handling export-controlled information and foreign disclosure requirements
- Partner with contracts, legal, and security teams to ensure compliance across program activities
- Support development and maintenance of internal compliance procedures, documentation, and training materials
- Assist with audits, compliance reviews, and tracking of export-related activities and metrics
- Stay current on export control regulations and support implementation of updates across programs
Requirements (Years of experience, Education, Certifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Relations, Law, Security, Engineering, or related field
- 5–10+ years of experience supporting export control, compliance, contracts, or international program activities
- Experience with ITAR and/or EAR regulations (direct or supporting role)
- Experience reviewing contracts, technical data, or program activities for compliance considerations
- Ability to work cross-functionally with program teams, contracts, and leadership
- Active Secret clearance
Nice to Have (skills that are not required, but nice to have):
- Experience supporting DoD, Army, or Federal programs
- Exposure to export licensing, agreements, or foreign disclosure processes
- Familiarity with FMS (Foreign Military Sales) or international program environments
- Experience working with contracts, legal, or compliance teams
- Formal training or certification related to export control (ITAR/EAR)
This is a full-time position paying a base salary, and full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.
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OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.