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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for defense trading in the United States is $36.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Defense Trading vs Defense Procurement?

AspectDefense TradingDefense Procurement
CertificationsOften requires security clearances, export control knowledgeRequires procurement certifications, contracting experience
Work EnvironmentTrade floors, international markets, defense companiesGovernment agencies, defense contractors, military procurement offices
Employer & Industry UsageDefense companies, brokers, trading firmsGovernment agencies, military, defense contractors

Defense Trading involves buying and selling defense-related products and services, often across international borders, focusing on market transactions. Defense Procurement centers on acquiring defense equipment and services for government agencies or military use, emphasizing contract management and compliance. While both roles require knowledge of defense regulations and security protocols, their primary functions differ: trading is market-oriented, procurement is acquisition-focused.

Infographic showing various Defense Trading job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 83% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,005 per year, or $36.5 per hour.
Specialist, Trade Compliance Jobs

Specialist, Trade Compliance Jobs

ClearanceJobs

Rochester, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Specialist Technical Trade Compliance

L3Harris is currently seeking a Specialist Technical Trade Compliance for our Communication & Spectrum Dominance (CSD) Segment. This role will be responsible for conducting Export Controlled Information review and jurisdiction classification (J/C) duties across the CSD segment.

Essential Functions:

  • Conduct ITAR and EAR export J/C classification reviews of hardware, software, and technical data
  • Review supplier and OEM J/C determinations for accuracy and compliance
  • Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines (e.g., GTC, Program Management, Legal), and suppliers to arrive at the correct and compliant export classification
  • Draft export Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) and Commodity Classification Requests (CCR/CCATs) for submission to Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
  • Initiate and coordinate Technical Exchanges with Engineering/GTC to solve complex topics and interpretations with the ITAR/EAR
  • Provide technical support for licensing and agreement applications
  • Understand part models, drawings, specifications, and technical data, and can explain and interpret export control requirements to suppliers, sub-tier suppliers, and internal teams
  • Assist engineering teams with "design for export" concepts
  • Support GTC organization by responding to J/C questions and information provided by USG agencies including DDTC, DTSA, and BIS
  • Efficiently and effectively manage workload to include simultaneous activities and competing priorities and deadlines, ensuring on-time completion of activities
  • Implement trade compliance policies in accordance with ITAR, EAR, and Customs regulations including providing compliance guidance to both internal and external customers
  • Participate in the planning and execution of Trade Compliance audits
  • Complete required SME and compliance training
  • Work with other J/C COE teammates to enhance continuous learning, regulatory knowledge, and improved best practices within the J/C COE
  • Support investigation and resolution of classification anomalies and issues identified by compliance reviews or regulatory initiative activities
  • Develop export compliance specifications, trade studies, classification concepts, and regulatory analysis plans
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of the J/C process
  • Attend all required team meetings, program reviews, conferences, and teleconferences.
  • Ability to obtain a US security clearance

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree with 4 years prior experience, 2 year post-secondary/AA Degree and 8 years prior experience or Graduate Degree with 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, STEM or relevant field)
  • Customs regulations experience
  • EAR CAT 5 Part 2 working knowledge
  • Experience with tactical radios or software defined radio
  • Familiar with software code
  • Experience with OCR EASE
  • Experience with Agile PDM
  • Familiarity with LO/CLO and Anti-Tamper requirements
  • An understanding of export control regulations and compliance principles beyond J/C
  • In-depth knowledge of engineering, defense hardware, software systems, and manufacturing industry
  • Experience with government agency coordination (DDTC, DTSA, BIS)
  • Experience with creating and maintaining level 3 schedules for J/C activities
  • Experience developing goals for the GTC Technical Specialist team
  • Experience developing and deploying Trade-specific training

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