Export Control Specialist in Manchester

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Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one‐of‐a‐kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide‐eyed wonder that\’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we\’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

We\’re on the hunt for an Export Controls Coordinator to join us, based in any of our UK offices in Harwell, Stevenage, Manchester or Farnborough.

MDA Space\’s international footprint in the UK creates opportunities to work with some of the most exciting space industrial players in the country. Delivering all three business area capabilities in Geointelligence, Robotics & Space Operations, and Satellite Systems, our UK team provides support to our European-based customers while specializing in the development of advanced space sensors for exploration missions as well as space‐based communication technology. As our presence grows overseas, so does our need for new ambitious team players to help us advance our place in the Universe and beyond.

Reporting to the Corporate Manager, Trade Compliance in Canada, the Export Control coordinator is responsible for monitoring, maintaining and communicating policies and procedures, which ensure compliance with all applicable trade controls to assure MDA Space is in compliance with all regulations set forth by the U.K. Strategic Export Control Lists and other relevant jurisdictions and international export control regulations (EU, Canada, Israel and/or United States). Responsible for continuous improvement; anticipating changing customer needs and changes in the regulations; demonstrating vision in advancing tools, technology, processes; well integrated in the community to stay abreast of best practices.

Demonstrate a capability to balance the legal implications of current export legislation with the requirements to ensure that business continues at all times in conformance with law. Requires an ability to find creative solutions to problems.

The successful candidate will support all MDA Space EU and Israel locations and worldwide offices as required.

Responsibilities

Review and complete end‐user statements

Apply for re‐exports re‐transfer authorisations for U.S.‐origin products with the U.S. Department of State or Commerce

Liaise with multiple departments/teams (logistics, supply chain, engineering, etc.) to ensure all required export licences are in place for the release of hardware, software or technology (electronic transfers)

Responsible for the management of the U.K.\’s online export licensing system (SPIRE) and processes related to it including but not limited to applications of Standard Individual Export Licences (SIELs) and Open General Export Licences (OGELs), fulfilling reporting conditions, advisory opinions assuring complete accuracy of applications with the UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU)

Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external export compliance queries (E.U., U.K and U.S.) to ensure compliance with all regulations (including U.S. ITAR / EAR regulations)

Liaise with different local and foreign government agencies/officials for trade controls related matters maintaining a high level of tact and diplomacy

Oversee controls on the electronic transfer of technical data and software

Liaise with and support other MDA Space locations worldwide on all tasks in this job description

Review & keep track of Technical Assistance Agreements, DSP‐5s and other different export approvals and liaise with PMO to ensure compliance and suitability

Conduct export control reviews and assessments to determine export control classification (E.U., U.K., Canadian, Israel and U.S. regimes)

Assists in the determination of export license requirements

Review and provide export control related instructions to the shipping team prior to shipments departing our fMDA\’s facilities

Monitor updates to export controls and sanctions legislation (U.K., EU, Israel and U.S.) and assess the impact on business operations

Ensure there is no unauthorized access to controlled hardware or technology which includes managing access to segregated computer directories, facilities, etc.

Provide training and awareness sessions on U.K, EU and U.S. Export Controls to MDA Space employees

Reporting risks to management on a periodic basis highlighting any issues along with strategies for risk mitigation

Devise creative ways to solve export issues as they arise keeping in mind the business reality of continuing work

Support with compliance investigations & internal audits

Support all data management efforts to ensure data controlled for regulatory reasons is properly marked, labeled and handled

Perform background checks on new hires

Responsible for the Anti‐Corruption Due Diligence; conduct third‐party risk assessments to identify risks associated with third parties in Europe and Israel

Support other trade‐compliance tasks as well as security related as required by the Manager

Suitable Candidates Will Ideally Have The Following Attributes

A minimum of 3 years of experience in export controls and compliance

Knowledge of U.K., EU export regulations and compliance requirements, the Strategic Export Control Lists. Knowledge of U.S. and/or Israel export controls is a plus

Good understanding of anti‐corruption and due diligence practices, policies and procedures

Ability to work in a team‐oriented environment and with minimum supervision

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to deal with all levels of the organization and external customers

Possess good judgement and the ability to resolve complex export related issues

Must be deadline oriented and flexible and be able to work under pressure

Good understanding of space technology would be a definite asset

Language proficiency in Hebrew is a plus

Comments/Special Considerations

Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status

Identity: Full ID check

Criminal records: Basic Disclosure

Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity

Reference checks

Benefits StatementMDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan, and an employee assistance program. We also have a hybrid work model in place for a better work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity StatementMDA Space is an equal‐opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

AccommodationsMDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Seniority levelMid‐Senior level

Employment typeFull‐time

Job functionManagement and Manufacturing

IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing

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