Job Details

Import / Export Compliance Analyst

Pay Rate: $42 per hour W2 only

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote) Duration: 12-month contract (02/02/2026 – 02/01/2027) Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week Work Authorization: Onshore only Interview: Microsoft Teams

Position Summary

The Import / Export Compliance Analyst supports critical international trade compliance activities to ensure adherence to U.S. import and export regulations. This role is responsible for the day-to-day administration of trade compliance processes, partnering cross-functionally to mitigate risk and maintain regulatory integrity across global operations. This is a hybrid role. Candidates must reside near a company office location (excluding Florida).

Key Responsibilities

• Import Compliance
• Ensure imports comply with U.S. Customs regulations, including HTS classification, valuation, country of origin, assists, recordkeeping, ADD/CVD, and special trade programs
• Support post-entry activities, including Post Summary Corrections and prior disclosures as directed
• Export Compliance
• Ensure exports comply with Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
• Determine correct Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN)
• Screen export transactions against restricted and denied party lists
• Maintain required documentation and reporting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Engineering and Materials teams (globally) to determine proper HTS and ECCN classifications
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, foreign order administrators, and customs officials
• Process & Controls
• Follow and enforce internal import/export compliance controls
• Update procedures and work instructions to reflect current practices or process improvements
• Meet or exceed compliance goals, objectives, and processing timelines
• Administrative & Communication Duties
• Manage and organize shared Outlook mailboxes
• Ensure timely review and response to all compliance-related communications
• Maintain accurate records and documentation

Candidate Standout Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with HTS codes, ECCN classifications, and export control classification
• Experience with BIS licensing and import brokerage
• Strong understanding of trade compliance (not logistics-focused)
• Risk mitigation mindset
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to interpret ambiguity and incomplete information

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in international trade compliance
• Working knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and ECCN classification
• Familiarity with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the Commerce Control List (CCL)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain or related field preferred)
• SAP experience
• Experience in a high-tech or manufacturing environment