Trade Manager in Chandler, Arizona at COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Title: Trade Manager

Department: Legal

Revision Date: 9/24/2026

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Chandler, AZ

Level: P4

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Position Summary

The Trade Manager reports to the Director of Trade Operations and supports a broad range of export and import licensing and compliance activities. This role enables efficient, timely, and compliant trade operations across the business. The Trade Manager will partner with internal stakeholders to prepare export and import authorizations, review transactions and documentation, provide training, support with metrics, and ensure adherence to applicable U.S. and international trade regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare EAR and ITAR license applications and manage all post approval activities (recordkeeping, reporting, Export Authorization Control Plans, and related requirements).
• Evaluate export and import transactions to determine applicability of exemptions, exceptions, and licensing requirements.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive trade compliance training to internal stakeholders.
• Support the development and maintenance of trade metrics and KPIs.
• Determine and verify jurisdiction and classification, Schedule B, and/or HTS for new and existing parts and products.
• Support with the creation and maintenance of trade policies and procedures.
• Review and adjudicate positive and false-positive Restricted Party Screening results within OCR EASE.
• Assess Sales Order and RMA documentation for completeness and compliance regarding end-use/end-user declarations, denied parties, and other compliance concerns; provide guidance to internal stakeholders as needed.
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by the VP of Trade and/or the Director of Trade Operations.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills to interpret complex trade regulations and identify compliance risks.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority.
• Strong process‑oriented mindset with the ability to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Skilled at communicating compliance requirements to senior leadership and cross‑functional partners.
• Flexible, cooperative, and collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in the ITAR, EAR, and other US export/import regulations.
• Direct experience classifying parts and products for export/import.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and trade compliance platforms (e.g., OCR EASE, DECCS, SNAP-R).
• Demonstrates advanced written and verbal communication skills, effectively engaging senior leadership and collaborating across diverse business functions.
• Advance knowledge of Anti-boycott Regulations, U.S. Census requirements, and U.S. Customs Regulations.
• Travel as needed (up to 10% of time).

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Seven (7) or more years of international trade licensing and compliance experience.

About:

This position requires compliance with Comtech’s Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements.

The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.