At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a Global Trade and Supply Chain Compliance Specialist, reporting to the Senior Vice President, Supply Chain and Quality, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains ITAR/EAR export classifications and HTSUS import/customs classifications for parts, materials, and equipment.
- Manages the completion of End-Use Certifications, Export Classification Certifications, and Export Control Notices, or similar documentation with vendors.
- Ensures the scope of work on POs with any Foreign vendors is permitted pursuant to a valid ITAR/EAR authorization.
- Supports compliance for all ITAR/EAR authorizations with suppliers.
- Educates Supply Chain stakeholder teams on how to properly control their export-controlled items.
- Supports compliance for on-site visits involving foreign vendors (e.g., machine installations/maintenance).
- Leads domestic preference (Buy America(n), etc.) compliance and strategic sourcing.
- Ensures Supply Chain compliance with Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), Responsible Sourcing, Various U.S. and other country environmental supply chain restrictions, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Business or Engineering discipline
- 6+ years of experience working with import and export regulations
- 6+ years of experience working and developing policies and procedures in a regulated environment (FAR, DFARs, etc.)
- 6+ years leading compliance efforts and engagement with DCAA/DCMA
- 3+ years of experience in developing global trade strategies
- 3+ years of experience in compliance matters, corrective actions, and monitoring
- 6+ years of experience in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment and an eagerness to build relationships
- Experience using Lean and/or simplifying and improving business processes
- Experience collaborating internally and externally to achieve business objectives
- Experience applying ITAR and EAR compliance requirements
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Pay Ranges:
- Global Trade and Supply Chain Compliance Specialist III: $94,000 - $135,000
- Senior Global Trade and Supply Chain Compliance Specialist: $104,000 - $150,000
Salary Range: California
$94,000—$150,000 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Vast Long Beach, California, USA Office
2851 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA, United States, 90755
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