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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Are you an expert organizer who thrives behind the scenes, ensuring every detail comes together seamlessly? As our Trade Show and Event Specialist, you’ll play a key role in planning and executing defense and aerospace trade shows as well as important internal company events and all-hands meetings. Your strong coordination skills and eye for detail will help create successful, well-run events that showcase our work and keep our teams connected and informed. Join us and contribute to events that support our mission and bring our company together.
Insitu is a pioneer in the design, development, product and operation of high-performance, cost-effective uncrewed aircraft systems. Based in Bingen, WA, our technologies help defense and government customers around the globe make quicker, more informed decisions to get the warfighter home safely.
What you’ll do:
- Plan, organize, and execute company trade shows and internal events, including major industry exhibitions, all-company meetings, and customer engagements.
- Work closely with internal teams and external partners to define event objectives, requirements, and success criteria.
- Develop event scope and display strategies, manage budget, monitor expenditures, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Serve as primary point of contact onsite to coordinate schedules, facilitate media/customer interactions, and deliver excellent attendee experiences.
- Ensure facility clearances for internal events and adhere to all company compliance protocol.
- Provide ad hoc event marketing, support speaking engagements, contribute to product branding and conduct customer and market research as needed.
- Consult on Trade Show schedule and provide recommendations and insight on most effective events to attend.
- Develop, monitor, and track key metrics for trade show and event engagement; identify creative approaches to increase meaningful leads.
Education & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in event planning, trade show coordination, or similar project management roles.
- Bachelor’s degree with 6–9 years of related professional experience, or a master’s degree with 4–7 years; comparable advanced experience or certificate program may also be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex logistics for exhibit setups, including technology or product displays; experience with basic inventory management of event assets.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, with excellent follow-through and proactive coordination.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and time management skills.
- Outstanding critical thinking, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to effectively present ideas and respond to stakeholder and vendor inquiries.
- Highly adaptable and able to thrive under pressure; skilled at multitasking and shifting priorities while delivering high-quality event experiences.
- Strong project management skills — able to develop and execute plans, hold teams accountable, and pivot as needed to overcome challenges.
Preferred Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, hospitality, or a related field.
- Previous experience supporting defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated and technical industries.
- Experience in creating effective trade show materials; understanding customer experience and needs.
- A reputation for bringing fresh creative thinking to events and trade shows.
Travel Requirement: This position requires Domestic and International travel up to 40%.
In-Office Requirement Statement: (Hybrid) This position is eligible for hybrid work. It is our strong preference that this position is on-site 3 days per week to allow for maximum collaboration and connection to the team and product. However, depending on the candidate’s location, experience, and qualifications, we may have some flexibility in the frequency of on-site days.
At Insitu, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Insitu also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location.
Typical Hiring Range: 74,500.00 - 102,300.00
Insitu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Are you an expert organizer who thrives behind the scenes, ensuring every detail comes together seamlessly? As our Trade Show and Event Specialist, you’ll play a key role in planning and executing defense and aerospace trade shows as well as important internal company events and all-hands meetings. Your strong coordination skills and eye for detail will help create successful, well-run events that showcase our work and keep our teams connected and informed. Join us and contribute to events that support our mission and bring our company together.
Insitu is a pioneer in the design, development, product and operation of high-performance, cost-effective uncrewed aircraft systems. Based in Bingen, WA, our technologies help defense and government customers around the globe make quicker, more informed decisions to get the warfighter home safely.
What you’ll do:
- Plan, organize, and execute company trade shows and internal events, including major industry exhibitions, all-company meetings, and customer engagements.
- Work closely with internal teams and external partners to define event objectives, requirements, and success criteria.
- Develop event scope and display strategies, manage budget, monitor expenditures, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Serve as primary point of contact onsite to coordinate schedules, facilitate media/customer interactions, and deliver excellent attendee experiences.
- Ensure facility clearances for internal events and adhere to all company compliance protocol.
- Provide ad hoc event marketing, support speaking engagements, contribute to product branding and conduct customer and market research as needed.
- Consult on Trade Show schedule and provide recommendations and insight on most effective events to attend.
- Develop, monitor, and track key metrics for trade show and event engagement; identify creative approaches to increase meaningful leads.
Education & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in event planning, trade show coordination, or similar project management roles.
- Bachelor’s degree with 6–9 years of related professional experience, or a master’s degree with 4–7 years; comparable advanced experience or certificate program may also be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex logistics for exhibit setups, including technology or product displays; experience with basic inventory management of event assets.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, with excellent follow-through and proactive coordination.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and time management skills.
- Outstanding critical thinking, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to effectively present ideas and respond to stakeholder and vendor inquiries.
- Highly adaptable and able to thrive under pressure; skilled at multitasking and shifting priorities while delivering high-quality event experiences.
- Strong project management skills — able to develop and execute plans, hold teams accountable, and pivot as needed to overcome challenges.
Preferred Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, hospitality, or a related field.
- Previous experience supporting defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated and technical industries.
- Experience in creating effective trade show materials; understanding customer experience and needs.
- A reputation for bringing fresh creative thinking to events and trade shows.
Travel Requirement: This position requires Domestic and International travel up to 40%.
In-Office Requirement Statement: (Hybrid) This position is eligible for hybrid work. It is our strong preference that this position is on-site 3 days per week to allow for maximum collaboration and connection to the team and product. However, depending on the candidate’s location, experience, and qualifications, we may have some flexibility in the frequency of on-site days.
At Insitu, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Insitu also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location.
Typical Hiring Range: 74,500.00 - 102,300.00
Insitu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Aerospace & Defense
- Renewable Energy
- Electronics & Hardware
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trade specialist jobs.
- Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification and import/export documentation
- Experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and trade compliance programs
- Proficiency in trade management software or customs entry systems
- Bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain, or a related field
- Familiarity with free trade agreements such as USMCA and their preferential duty rules
- Strong analytical and written communication skills for regulatory correspondence and reporting
Tips for Your Trade Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to trade compliance specifics
Highlight your experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes, export control regulations like EAR or ITAR, and any customs brokerage work. Generic supply chain language won't land you interviews the way precise compliance terminology will.
Earn targeted credentials before you apply
The Certified Export Specialist or Licensed Customs Broker designations signal hands-on knowledge that separates you from applicants with only general logistics backgrounds. Employers in regulated industries treat these as near-requirements for mid-level roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trade specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by the trade agreements they touch
Job postings that mention USMCA, CPTPP, or specific free-trade-agreement administration signal the type of deals you'll handle daily. Applying to roles aligned with agreements you already know reduces your ramp time and strengthens your cover letter angle.
Prepare case studies around classification disputes
Interviewers for trade specialist roles frequently ask how you resolved an HTS misclassification or a denied export license. Walk them through a specific situation, what was at stake financially, and how you corrected the filing or escalated appropriately.
Negotiate by citing regulatory complexity, not just experience
When discussing compensation, frame your value around the regulatory risk you mitigate, such as avoiding customs penalties or duty drawback recoveries you've executed. Quantifying liability exposure you've managed is more persuasive than years on the job alone.
Trade Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trade specialists?
The most active employers for trade specialists right now are Insitu, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Garmin, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in states with major ports of entry and significant manufacturing or defense contracting activity.
How many trade specialist jobs are remote?
About 66% of trade specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in roles focused on trade finance analysis, compliance documentation review, and policy research. Positions that require hands-on inspection of goods, port coordination, or in-person customs broker liaison tend to remain on-site.
How do you become a trade specialist?
Start by building foundational knowledge in international trade law, customs procedures, and supply chain operations through a degree in international business or a related discipline. Gain practical experience through internships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, or corporate trade compliance teams. Pursue credentials such as the Certified Export Specialist designation to deepen your standing, then apply to entry-level compliance or trade analyst roles to grow your case history.
Can you get hired as a trade specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level trade specialist roles exist at freight forwarders, third-party logistics providers, and government agencies that value classroom knowledge and eagerness to learn procedures. Demonstrating familiarity with HTS classification basics, export control frameworks, or relevant internship work gives you a concrete edge. Targeting smaller customs brokerages or government contractor compliance teams often opens doors that large corporate programs may not.
What does the trade specialist interview process look like?
Most trade specialist interviews involve a phone screen covering your regulatory background, followed by one or two rounds that test your ability to classify goods, interpret trade agreement rules of origin, or walk through a past compliance challenge you resolved. Some employers add a written exercise where you research a hypothetical tariff classification or draft a brief compliance memo to assess your analytical and documentation skills.
Where can I find and apply to trade specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to trade specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your compliance focus or industry background and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience level and location preferences.
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