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ITAR Program Manager

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In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
130K-208K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
130K-208K Annually
Senior level
As ITAR Program Manager, oversee compliance, manage licenses, guide stakeholders on regulations, and train staff on ITAR policies.
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Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

 
As ITAR Compliance Director, you will oversee Axon’s International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) program. Particular focus will be with Axon’s existing defense article programs with its Dedrone product line and future Federal R&D involving defense articles. Your role will help to implement an overarching program for Axon with longer term maintenance and oversight.

What You’ll Do

Location: DC, Boston, or Scottsdale office
Reports to: Director, Global Trade & Product Compliance

  • Managing Axon’s ITAR compliance program including;
    • Product classification
    • ITAR license management and administration
    • Helping guide and enforce Axon ITAR compliance policy and procedure
  • Collaborating with relevant Axon stakeholders to advise on relevant regulatory requirements
    • R&D and Engineering on new product development
    • Marketing and Sales on ITAR licensing coordination and strategy impact
    • Legal and Executive leadership on risk, risk mitigation, and auditing
    • InfoSec on data controls and ITAR compliant adherence
  • Investigation and reporting of suspected of ITAR violations
  • Escalation into Axon Compliance leadership with regular communications to stakeholders on ITAR activities
  • Gap assessments, audits, and corrective future actions to redress and appropriately resource
  • Recordkeeping – maintenance of Axon’s ITAR documentation, classifications, and licensing and repositories
  • Regular and standard engagement with Governmental bodies (BIS, DDTC, etc.)
  • Recurrent training and guidance for Axon internal stakeholders on ITAR and export trade regulations.
  • Continuing industry and regulatory monitoring for relevant updates and impactful changes to Axon’s products and services.

What You Bring

  • 5+ Years ITAR experience (EAR experience a plus)
  • Strong Written Communication Skills
  • Familiarity with relevant trade regulatory programs globally;
    • International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR/Dept of State)
    • Dual-Use (EU)
    • Global arms regulation space (e.g. UK Section 5, Germany BAFA, etc.)
    • TAA and other international technical assistance & research agreements
  • Multi-national supply chain experience; multiple origin and destination points coverage
  • Cloud-based data management and project coordination skillset
  • Strong Join Forces attitude with requisite Win Right integrity in all areas around Trade Compliance

Work Location

This role is based out of one of our hub locations and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.

Benefits that Benefit You
  • Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave for all
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit https://www.axon.com/careers.

Base Pay Range
$129,870$207,792 USD

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at [email protected] or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected].  Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

Phishing alert:  Axon will never ask you to pay for any part of the hiring process, including training, equipment, or background checks. We do not make job offers via text message, WhatsApp, or instant messaging platforms without a formal interview process.  All legitimate job openings are listed on our official careers page at https://www.axon.com/careers.  If you receive a suspicious offer or outreach from an email address that is not @axon.com, or if you are asked for sensitive personal information (bank details, Social Security Number) prematurely, please ignore the message and report it to [email protected].


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