Senior Trade Compliance Specialist, Classifier (R4874)

United States·DallasFull Time Employeesenior

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Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

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

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.