SCM Trade Compliance Professional - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Position Title: SCM Trade Compliance Professional
Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Category: Supply Chain/Materials/Warehousing
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Sterling Heights
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Mid-Career
Requisition ID: 14789769
Date Posted: Aug 28, 2024
Description: Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
- Perform Import/Export compliance audits.
- Review potential Export Controlled Information (Technical Data/Technology) to verify the export rating/classification of documents and commodities on RFQs/POs/Shipments.
- Proficient knowledge of all applicable International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Customs requirements.
- Ensure applicable authorizations under U.S. export and import laws and regulations are obtained for all divisional requests.
- Manage all aspects of SCM related Trade Compliance for the GDLS Enterprise.
- Maintain knowledge of regulatory changes and provide training as required.
- Identify, recommend, and implement related process improvements.
- Provide guidance and requirements to the GDLS Enterprise, concerning Trade Compliance regulations.
- Oversee the completion of corrective actions, to include tracking, validating, status reporting, and closure.
- Assist with responses to government or inquiries on ITAR, EAR, Customs, and other trade related matters.
- Assist with Import/Export operational activities as required.
- Bachelor's Degree with at least 5-7 years of relevant experience.
- Experience as a Licensed Custom Broker preferred.
- Strong proficiency in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Customs.
- Proficient in product classification both domestic and international to include EAR and ITAR.
- Background or experience within defense industry preferred.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
- Able to work independently and in teams.
- Critical thinking and excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Self-starter with strong organizational, time management, planning and follow-through capabilities.
- Must have high energy, good interpersonal skills, communication, and presentation skills with strong leadership skills.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Preferred working knowledge of ERP functionality.
- Prospective employees must be able to certify U.S. Person status
- Able to travel as required (minimal).
- Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
- Perform Import/Export compliance audits.
- Review potential Export Controlled Information (Technical Data/Technology) to verify the export rating/classification of documents and commodities on RFQs/POs/Shipments.
- Proficient knowledge of all applicable International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Customs requirements.
- Ensure applicable authorizations under U.S. export and import laws and regulations are obtained for all divisional requests.
- Manage all aspects of SCM related Trade Compliance for the GDLS Enterprise.
- Maintain knowledge of regulatory changes and provide training as required.
- Identify, recommend, and implement related process improvements.
- Provide guidance and requirements to the GDLS Enterprise, concerning Trade Compliance regulations.
- Oversee the completion of corrective actions, to include tracking, validating, status reporting, and closure.
- Assist with responses to government or inquiries on ITAR, EAR, Customs, and other trade related matters.
- Assist with Import/Export operational activities as required.
- Bachelor's Degree with at least 5-7 years of relevant experience.
- Experience as a Licensed Custom Broker preferred.
- Strong proficiency in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Customs.
- Proficient in product classification both domestic and international to include EAR and ITAR.
- Background or experience within defense industry preferred.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
- Able to work independently and in teams.
- Critical thinking and excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Self-starter with strong organizational, time management, planning and follow-through capabilities.
- Must have high energy, good interpersonal skills, communication, and presentation skills with strong leadership skills.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Preferred working knowledge of ERP functionality.
- Prospective employees must be able to certify U.S. Person status
- Able to travel as required (minimal).
- Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
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At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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