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Trade Officer jobs are open across government agencies, international trade organizations, financial institutions, and logistics firms, from entry-level analyst roles to senior and director positions, with specializations in export compliance, trade policy, and market development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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See related jobsKarman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.
In this role, you lead Karman's international trade compliance program and serve as the company's subject matter expert on export controls. You provide operational oversight, regulatory guidance, and cross-functional support to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws. You drive licensing activities, training, investigations, and program improvements while partnering closely with teams across the organization to integrate trade compliance into everyday business operations.
Responsibilities
- Manages day‑to‑day operations of the international trade compliance program, including policies, procedures, internal controls, and compliance records.
- Develops and maintains Technology Control Plans and facility‑level compliance documentation.
- Prepares, submits, and manages export licenses, agreements, and regulatory filings with relevant government agencies.
- Conducts export jurisdiction and classification determinations for products, technical data, and services.
- Screens international transactions and partners, performs risk‑based due diligence, and evaluates compliance considerations for proposed business activities.
- Designs, delivers, and tracks trade compliance training and distributes compliance communications to operational teams.
- Leads internal investigations of potential violations, prepares voluntary self‑disclosures, and supports internal and external audits.
- Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to provide regulatory guidance and integrate compliance into business processes and proposals.
- Supports due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, foreign ownership/control/influence (FOCI) matters, and Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews.
- Provides functional guidance and oversight to coordinators, analysts, and embedded compliance personnel as program needs evolve.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, International Relations, Engineering, Political Science, or a related field.
- 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in international trade compliance, export controls, or regulatory affairs, including experience in the defense, aerospace, or space industry.
- Hands‑on experience with export licensing, jurisdiction requests, and compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations and related regulatory frameworks.
- Experience contributing to or managing a corporate trade compliance program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LL.M.), Master of Business Administration (MBA), or other relevant advanced degree.
- Professional certifications such as Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS).
- Experience preparing voluntary self‑disclosures and supporting CMMC assessments, CFIUS reviews, or FOCI mitigation.
- Experience with defense offset programs, foreign military sales processes, or facility clearance requirements under the National Industrial Security Program.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged sitting, sustained computer use, and regular review of regulatory and technical documentation.
- Ability to work within controlled‑access environments subject to government security protocols. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Special Mentions
- Moderate travel up to 15%, including occasional international travel.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company‑paid life and ADdummyamp;D insurance
- Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.
In this role, you lead Karman's international trade compliance program and serve as the company's subject matter expert on export controls. You provide operational oversight, regulatory guidance, and cross-functional support to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws. You drive licensing activities, training, investigations, and program improvements while partnering closely with teams across the organization to integrate trade compliance into everyday business operations.
Responsibilities
- Manages day‑to‑day operations of the international trade compliance program, including policies, procedures, internal controls, and compliance records.
- Develops and maintains Technology Control Plans and facility‑level compliance documentation.
- Prepares, submits, and manages export licenses, agreements, and regulatory filings with relevant government agencies.
- Conducts export jurisdiction and classification determinations for products, technical data, and services.
- Screens international transactions and partners, performs risk‑based due diligence, and evaluates compliance considerations for proposed business activities.
- Designs, delivers, and tracks trade compliance training and distributes compliance communications to operational teams.
- Leads internal investigations of potential violations, prepares voluntary self‑disclosures, and supports internal and external audits.
- Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to provide regulatory guidance and integrate compliance into business processes and proposals.
- Supports due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, foreign ownership/control/influence (FOCI) matters, and Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews.
- Provides functional guidance and oversight to coordinators, analysts, and embedded compliance personnel as program needs evolve.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, International Relations, Engineering, Political Science, or a related field.
- 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in international trade compliance, export controls, or regulatory affairs, including experience in the defense, aerospace, or space industry.
- Hands‑on experience with export licensing, jurisdiction requests, and compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations and related regulatory frameworks.
- Experience contributing to or managing a corporate trade compliance program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LL.M.), Master of Business Administration (MBA), or other relevant advanced degree.
- Professional certifications such as Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS).
- Experience preparing voluntary self‑disclosures and supporting CMMC assessments, CFIUS reviews, or FOCI mitigation.
- Experience with defense offset programs, foreign military sales processes, or facility clearance requirements under the National Industrial Security Program.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged sitting, sustained computer use, and regular review of regulatory and technical documentation.
- Ability to work within controlled‑access environments subject to government security protocols. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Special Mentions
- Moderate travel up to 15%, including occasional international travel.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company‑paid life and ADdummyamp;D insurance
- Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trade officer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in international trade, economics, business, or a related field
- Experience interpreting and applying trade regulations such as export controls or customs requirements
- Proficiency with trade documentation processes including letters of credit and certificates of origin
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and government liaison work
- Foreign language proficiency, particularly in Mandarin, Spanish, French, or Arabic
- Familiarity with trade databases, compliance screening tools, or government trade portals
Tips for Your Trade Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to trade frameworks
Trade officer roles are evaluated on familiarity with specific regulatory frameworks like export controls, trade agreements, and customs compliance. Name the frameworks you've worked within directly on your resume rather than describing duties in general terms.
Highlight bilateral and multilateral experience
Hiring panels for trade officer roles consistently distinguish between candidates who've worked on bilateral negotiations and those with multilateral or multi-country portfolio experience. Specify the agreements, regions, or trade corridors you've supported so reviewers can place your background immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trade officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a scenario-based interview answer set
Trade officer interviews frequently include scenario questions about competing stakeholder interests, compliance conflicts, or time-sensitive market entry decisions. Prepare two or three specific examples where you balanced policy constraints against commercial objectives and can walk through your reasoning clearly.
Target postings by trade corridor or sector
Many trade officer openings are specialized by region or commodity sector, such as Asia-Pacific agricultural trade or North American manufacturing compliance. Filtering by those terms in your search surfaces roles that match your background before you compete against a broader applicant pool.
Follow up with a policy-informed note
After an interview for a trade officer role, your follow-up message carries more weight when it references a specific trade policy issue discussed in the conversation. A one-paragraph note that ties your experience to a current regulatory or market development challenge reinforces your fit in a way generic thank-you emails don't.
Trade Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trade officers?
The companies hiring the most trade officers right now include TD, Kratos Defense, and Dicastal North America, with the largest share of openings in New York, Michigan, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal agencies, multinational exporters, and financial institutions with international operations tend to post the highest volumes of trade officer roles consistently.
How many trade officer jobs are remote?
About 100% of trade officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest concentration of remote-eligible roles in trade policy analysis, compliance advisory, and market research functions. Roles that involve direct customs operations, port liaison work, or in-person government engagement are more consistently on-site.
How do you become a trade officer?
Most trade officers start with a degree in international trade, economics, public policy, or business, then build practical experience through government internships, export compliance roles, or positions in logistics and customs brokerage. Gaining direct exposure to trade agreement administration or regulatory compliance work is the most direct path. Certifications in export controls or customs law strengthen your candidacy for roles in regulated industries.
Can you get a trade officer job with little or no experience?
Entry-level trade officer roles do exist, particularly in federal agencies, trade promotion organizations, and large exporters that run structured analyst programs. Candidates with internship experience in trade compliance, government affairs, or international business are most competitive for these openings. Demonstrating familiarity with trade policy documents, export regulations, or relevant commodity sectors in your application materials compensates for limited formal work history.
What does the trade officer interview process look like?
Trade officer interviews typically begin with a screening conversation focused on your regulatory knowledge and geographic or sector experience. A panel interview follows, often including scenario questions about trade disputes, compliance decisions, or stakeholder negotiations. Some employers add a written exercise asking you to analyze a trade policy situation or draft a briefing note. Government roles may also include a structured competency-based interview with scored responses.
Where can I find and apply to trade officer jobs?
You can find and apply to trade officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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