Associate Export & Compliance Analyst

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Its products include Hivemind Enterprise—EdgeOS, Pilot, Commander, and Forge—as well as V-BAT and Sentient Vision Systems (wide-area motion imaging software). With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide.  For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.    

Job Description:

The Export & Compliance Analyst plays a key role in maintaining the company’s adherence to U.S. export control regulations and contract compliance obligations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). This includes a leading role in export licensing, material compliance (e.g., specialty metals, TAA), and possibly other contract requirements including cybersecurity and cost/pricing. The role is highly cross-functional, supporting teams across contracts, engineering, operations, legal, and business development.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws specific to controlled items, including ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations).
• Prepare and manage export licenses, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), and other related filings; support classification of commodities and technology (ECCN, USML).
• Follow business processes pertaining to trade compliance requirements and all necessary export and import licenses, permits, certifications, and technology release determinations
• Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to assess and validate country-of-origin, content, and supplier compliance with relevant DFARS clauses.
• Maintain applicable trade compliance records in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address compliance requirements and implement effective solutions
• Monitor and interpret FAR/DFARS clauses related to material sourcing and product compliance, including specialty metals, Buy American Act, Trade Agreements Act (TAA), and NDAA 848/817 requirements.
• Help develop, update, and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Support internal compliance assessments and audits, including required documentation preparation and reviews with management, auditors, and legal counsel
• Monitor regulatory updates and industry best practices to proactively assess risk and communicate potential impact.

• Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience in FAR/DFARS or trade compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and functions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Establishes and maintains relations with appropriate government regulatory agencies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with government systems specifically DECCS and SNAP-R.
• Strong understanding of ITAR and EAR.
• Experience with export-controlled products and services to U.S. and foreign government customers.
• Understanding of FAR and DFARS particularly regarding product/material compliance and contract obligations.
• Familiarity with unmanned/autonomous systems, AI, or software-driven platforms.
• Active or prior U.S. security clearance (e.g., Secret) is a plus.

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.