Corporate Compliance and Risk Manager

Overview

The Corporate Compliance and Risk Manager ensures the organization adheres to all regulatory requirements, internal policies, and ethical standards. This role is critical in managing and monitoring compliance programs, assessing risks, providing training, and advising leadership on regulatory matters to safeguard the organization from legal and financial risks.

Responsibilities

Operational Excellence:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization’s compliance programs, ensuring they align with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Stay updated on relevant regulatory changes and advise leadership on the impact of new laws, regulations, and standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Plan, execute, and oversee internal audits to ensure adherence to compliance programs and identify potential areas for improvement.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities, audits, training sessions, and any regulatory violations or concerns including providing regular compliance updates and reports to senior management and the board of directors.
• Investigate and resolve any compliance-related issues, including handling whistleblower complaints and conducting internal investigations when necessary.
• Work closely with legal, internal audit, and other relevant departments to ensure company-wide compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist in drafting and updating policies and procedures to ensure they remain compliant with laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Proficient with trade compliance software and the application of export control regulations to IT systems.
• Advanced knowledge of the various applications ERP, QMS, PLM. Knowledge of export control regulations outside of the US is an advantage
• Highly proficient in analyzing large amounts of data and synthesizing it into meaningful information, analytics, project plans, and recommendations.
• Ability to Lead compliance program from ground up, planning, documenting, auditing, reporting and providing auditor level documentation.
• Proficient with trade compliance software and the application of export control regulations to IT systems.
• Advanced knowledge of the various applications ERP, QMS, PLM. Knowledge of export
• Knowledge of aviation requirements in export controls and sanctions
• Strong knowledge of EAR and ITAR regulations, including their application in government contracts.
• Knowledge of CMMC NIST 800-171 and its requirements related to FCI and CUI.
• Proficient with trade compliance software and the application of export control regulations to IT systems.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS contracting requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional - CCEP) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance related activities or in a related field in the aerospace and defense sector.
• In-depth knowledge of industry-specific regulations, laws, and best practices. Strong understanding of compliance software and tools.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.