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Senior Counsel, Investigations, International Trade Compliance

GE Aerospace
Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Dec 2025
💰 $187,600/yr

About the role

Job Description Summary

The International Trade Compliance (ITC) team is responsible for driving compliance with global export controls and sanctions laws and regulations. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Director and Counsel, ITC, and work closely within the ITC team and GE Aerospace programs/functions to compliantly apply international trade laws and regulations to GE Aerospace’s business operations.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead investigations into potential non-compliance of the ITAR, the EAR, and other applicable U.S. and non-U.S. regulations, and draft resulting disclosures for submission to government agencies.
  •  Provide support for the Company’s matter tracking systems and metrics, government filings, and developing process enhancements.
  • Oversee investigations led by and disclosures prepared by internal and external counsel.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to complete root cause assessments and implement corrective actions to remediate identified enhancement opportunities.
  • Brief senior leadership on ongoing investigations, trends, and compliance risks.
  • Monitor proposed laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements.
  • Collaborate with ITC Leadership and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and business execution, leveraging Lean business tools (e.g., KPIs, Bowlers, Action Plans) to execute investigation and disclosure program and drive process efficiencies.
  • Support the design & implementation of ITC program analytics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
  • Participate in relevant trade compliance associations and industry group discussions.
  • Support engagement and communication with government officials.
  • Implement robust compliance tools (including policies, procedures, and IT solutions), to enhance trade compliance controls, and undertake special projects and support other compliance program continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school.
  • Member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.A minimum of 5 to 8 years of professional experience investigating alleged or actual regulatory/legal or company code of conduct violations.
  • A minimum of 3 years of advising on or otherwise investigating trade compliance, sanctions, or related matters.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

Desired Characteristics

  • In-house experience.
  • Significant experience with the Arms Export Control Act and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulation and 22 CFR parts 120-130. Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
  • Commitment to compliance and integrity.
  • Ability to collaborate among all levels of the ITC organization and business.
  • Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders.
  • Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
  • Excellent customer relationship, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently.
  • Experience in the application of non-U.S. export control and sanctions regulations.

The base pay range for this position is $187,600 - 280,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on November 30, 2025

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fide

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