General Dynamics Mission System International
defence and security
TradeComplianceSpecialist,JuniortoIntermediate
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“Trade Compliance Specialist, Junior to Intermediate at General Dynamics Mission System International. Skills: Trade Compliance, Import/Export Documentation, Export Controls, Customs Regulations, Sanctions Regulations, Anti-corruption Regulations. Support program, bids, and support functions in delivering compliant international business activities. Process and maintain accurate import/export documentation, licences, authorisations, and audit‑ready records”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring compliance with Canadian, U. S. , and other applicable import, export, sanctions, customs, and anti‑corruption regulations; Support program, bids, and support functions in delivering compliant international business activities; Process and maintain accurate import/export documentation, licences, authorisations, and audit‑ready records; Assist with export control classification of goods, software, and technical data; Support U. S. re‑export and re‑transfer authorisation activities where required; Respond to routine Trade Compliance queries and act as a first‑line problem solver, escalating higher‑risk issues appropriately; Liaise with internal stakeholders to identify compliance requirements and support practical, compliant delivery; Contribute to continuous improvement of Trade Compliance processes and record‑keeping; Support travel, IT, visitor, and similar compliance authorisation processes; Use digital tools such as AI responsibly to improve efficiency and accuracy, with all compliance decisions subject to human judgement
Industry & Context.
Act as a first-line problem solver, escalating higher-risk issues appropriately
General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program, All of its workforce be security assessed, Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, Ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance, Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations, Occasional travel may be required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Early exposure to Trade Compliance or regulated environments, Attention to detail, Willingness to learn, Organizational skills, Accuracy, Ability to manage multiple tasks, Clear written and verbal communication skills, Confidence working with cross-functional stakeholders, Professional, ethical, and risk-aware mindset suited to a compliance environment, Must be eligible to work in Canada, Must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance, May be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations
Nice to Have
Practical experience in Trade Compliance, export controls, customs, or related regulatory roles, Developing knowledge of export controls, sanctions, customs, and record-keeping requirements
What You'll Do.
and support functions in delivering compliant international business activities
Process and maintain accurate import/export documentation
and audit‑ready records
Assist with export control classification of goods
Support U. S. re‑export and re‑transfer authorisation activities where required
Respond to routine Trade Compliance queries and act as a first‑line problem solver
escalating higher‑risk issues appropriately
Contribute to continuous improvement of Trade Compliance processes and record‑keeping
and similar compliance authorisation processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with program, engineering, and supply chain stakeholders; Liaise with internal stakeholders to identify compliance requirements and support practical, compliant delivery; Working with cross-functional stakeholders
Communication Scope
Clear written communication skills; Clear verbal communication skills
Full Job Description
Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together. At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter. We are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist, Junior to Intermediate level to support General Dynamics Mission Systems International programs, projects, and business activities by ensuring compliance with Canadian, U.S., and other applicable import, export, sanctions, customs, and anti‑corruption regulations. This role is ideal for candidates who would like the opportunity to develop or apply Trade Compliance expertise while working closely with program, engineering, and supply chain stakeholders in a regulated, international environment. In this role you will: * Support program, bids, and support functions in delivering compliant international business activities * Process and maintain accurate import/export documentation, licences, authorisations, and audit‑ready records * Assist with export control classification of goods, software, and technical data * Support U.S. re‑export and re‑transfer authorisation activities where required * Respond to routine Trade Compliance queries and act as a first‑line problem solver, escalating higher‑risk issues appropriately * Liaise with internal stakeholders to identify compliance requirements and support practical, compliant delivery * Contribute to continuous improvement of Trade Compliance processes and record‑keeping * Support travel, IT, visitor, and similar compliance authorisation processes * Use digital tools such as AI responsibly to improve efficiency and accuracy, with all compliance decisions subject to human judgeme
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