Senior Trade Compliance Specialist, Classifier (R4874)
Quick Summary
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems.
The Shield AI Trade Compliance team plays a critical role in enabling global operations while ensuring strict adherence to U.S. export and import regulations. We partner closely with Sales, Program Management, and Engineering to support the compliant movement of ITAR- and EAR-controlled goods and technologies in support of Shield AI’s mission.
Shield AI is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist – Classifier to support export classification and jurisdiction activities. This role requires deep familiarity with ITAR and EAR regulations, a strong technical foundation, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate and compliant classification of products, software, and technology.
- Perform export classifications under ITAR and EAR for hardware, software, and technology
- Conduct jurisdiction determinations to distinguish between USML and CCL-controlled items
- Partner with Engineering teams to gather and interpret technical data, including system architecture, data flows, and specifications
- Translate complex technical information into accurate export classifications and supporting documentation
- Prepare and submit Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) requests and Commodity Classification (CCATS) submissions as needed
- Maintain detailed classification records in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
- Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on classification outcomes and regulatory implications
- Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of experience
- Experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) classification frameworks
- Hands-on experience conducting export classifications and jurisdiction determinations
- Strong technical background (e.g., software engineering, systems engineering, or similar) with the ability to interpret technical product details
- Experience collaborating with engineering teams to support classification efforts
- Experience preparing classification documentation, including CJ requests or CCATS submissions
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- April 30, 2026
- First seen
- May 1, 2026
- Last seen
- May 5, 2026
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- Days active
- 4
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 79%
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- May 5, 2026
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