Export Compliance Officer

KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia.

Join us, and you’ll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

At Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. (KDA Inc.), we are committed to advancing cutting-edge defense solutions while upholding the highest standards of integrity and compliance. We are seeking a dedicated Export Compliance Officer to join our team in Alexandria, VA, Toano, VA, or Johnstown, PA. In this critical role, you will ensure that all international trade activities and regulatory obligations are met, safeguarding our operations and supporting our mission to deliver world-class defense technology responsibly.

As the Export Compliance Officer, you will serve as the trusted guardian of KDA Inc.’s compliance framework—overseeing export controls, monitoring trade regulations, and partnering with internal teams to maintain adherence to U.S. and international laws. Your expertise will directly contribute to protecting our business, strengthening our global partnerships, and enabling us to operate with excellence in a highly regulated industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Draft export license applications to the Department of State.
• Maintain Federal Firearms License (FFL) and Armory records 
• Provide oversight of FFL and armory operations for the location
• Track status of all export authorizations from initial internal request to governmental approval.
• Assist with Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) drafting.
• Maintain records of all uses of ITAR exemptions.
• Draft Export Authorization Control Plans (EACPs) for new TAAs.
• Prepare End User Certificates (EUCs), Delivery Verification Certificates (DVCs), and International Import Certificates (IICs).
• Coordinate activities with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• Monitor site compliance with Compliance Supervisor’s oversight.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.

NUMBER OF YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 3 years working knowledge of ITAR, Commerce and ATF preferred as well as Import/Export experience.
• Bureau of Alcohol Tabacco and Firearms regulations and/ or Department of War Arms Ammunition and Explosives experience preferred.

MINIMUM LEARNING TIME FOR THIS POSITION PROVIDED EMPLOYEE HAS NECESSARY EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year

OTHER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS:

• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiar with MS Teams.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Roughly 5% Travel, as needed for seminars or training.

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc. is part of Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG), an international knowledge-based group that supplies high technology systems and solutions to its customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Protech Systems USA performs final assembly and testing of Remote Weapon Stations. The company also performs repair and overhaul (R&O) of Remote Weapon Stations that come back from field operations.

In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance and paid time off (PTO). 

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Pre-employment Requirements: 

KDA, Inc. requires all candidates to successfully complete a pre‑employment physical, drug and alcohol screening, and a background investigation as part of the hiring process.

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

980 schedule

Monday to Friday

Hybrid schedule after 6–12 month probationary period

Ability to commute/relocate:

Alexandria, VA, Toano, VA or Johnstown, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Associate’s degree required. 

Experience:

3 years working knowledge of ITAR, Commerce and ATF preferred as well as Import/Export experience.