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Export Classification Specialist

Reference #26310

Waterdown, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

The Export Classification Engineer will be part of the Wescam Inc. Engineering team with close collaboration with Trade Compliance.  The Export Classification Engineer will provide technical expertise to the Wescam Inc. and Global Trade Compliance teams as they ensure compliance with regulatory, corporate, and local compliance requirements for the jurisdiction and classification determination of all commodities, technical data and related services being exported from, or imported into Canada and the United States.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Conducting export jurisdiction and classification reviews and determinations of commodities, software, technical data and related defense services under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Canada’s Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) and Controlled Goods Program (CGP) / Defence Production Act (DPA).
• Supporting the export Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) and Commodity Classification Requests (CCR) processes as needed.
• Reviewing supplier and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) classifications and document internal concurrence or re-classification for export and/or import.
• Supporting the monitoring, maintenance, and retention of records and documentation used for jurisdiction and classification determinations in accordance with regulations and L3Harris policy.
• Supporting compliance audits and assessments.
• Staying current on all SME training requirements.
• Identifying and recommending process improvements.

Required Capabilities 

• Must possess deep engineering product analysis, technical concepts at a part and component functionality level.
• Must have good organizational skills, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires keen attention to detail, with the ability to learn and comprehend highly detailed laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform research across both technical and regulatory / legal environments is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to read, comprehend, interpret and follow complicated written and verbal instructions, interpret regulations, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing at a professional level.
• Perform duties with minimum supervision, and participate in cross-functional projects as assigned.
• Experience with OCR EASE is an asset.
• Working experience in the aerospace / defense industry is asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, comfortable with project ownership and accountability.
• Action and result oriented with strong drive and resilience.
• Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels. Works to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, processes and approaches.
• Must be able to travel as necessary (up to 10% travel).

Desired Education and Experiences 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other appropriated technical area and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Requires practical knowledge of job area listed above.
• May have in-depth knowledge of project management.

About L3Harris Technologies

In July 2019 – L3 Technologies and Harris Corp merged to become L3Harris Technologies, becoming an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

Our customers perform on the world’s most challenging front lines. They trust us to keep them prepared for what’s next.  We combine speed, innovation and flawless execution to give people confidence and security in the world ahead.

As we relentlessly pursue new ideas, we know that everything we bring to market must deliver, without fail, every time. The urgency of our quest is matched by our commitment to the people we serve. In a world of ever accelerating change, threat environments move fast. We move forward faster, delivering industry-leading value.

Organized into four segments – Integrated Mission Systems, Communications Systems, Space & Airborne Systems and Aviation Systems – L3Harris Technologies employs over 50,000 people worldwide in over 130 countries with annual revenues approximately $17 billion.

To learn more, visit https://www.l3harris.com/capabilities

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.