Job Description

Aversan Inc. ( ) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. We deliver leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.
We are currently seeking a qualified Export Control Specialist.
Reporting to the Manager, Trade Compliance, the Export Controls Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable Canadian and U.S. export control regulations. This role balances strict regulatory requirements with business realities, enabling program execution while maintaining full compliance.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining policies, managing export authorizations, supporting internal stakeholders, and continuously improving export control processes and tools.
Location: Brampton, ON
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Responsibilities

• Review, complete, and manage End-User Statements, export permits, licenses, and authorizations (Canadian and foreign).
• Apply for re-export and re-transfer approvals for U.S.-origin items through the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.
• Maintain close collaboration with program teams to ensure export permits and licenses are in place throughout all contract phases, from early data release to final delivery.
• Manage the Export Controls Online (EXCOL) platform, including permit applications, reporting conditions, and advisory opinions.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and the Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA).
• Liaise with Canadian and foreign government agencies and officials, exercising tact and professionalism.
• Support other company locations on export control and compliance activities.
• Track and manage Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), DSP-5s, and other export approvals in coordination with PMO.
• Review, develop, and improve export control and security processes.
• Act as Alternate Company Security Officer (ACSO) and Designated Official (DO) under Controlled Goods and Industrial Security programs.
• Ensure prevention of unauthorized access to controlled materials, including management of segregated IT directories.
• Deliver export controls training to employees across the organization.
• Identify and report compliance risks, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Support jurisdiction and classification reviews, compliance investigations, and other trade-related tasks as required.
• Develop creative, compliant solutions to resolve export challenges while supporting business continuity.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in export controls or trade compliance.
• University or college degree in International Trade, Commerce, Law, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. export regulations, including ITAR, EAR, CGP, and EIPA.
• Understanding of anti-corruption and due diligence principles.
• Strong judgment and ability to resolve complex compliance issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across all organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven, high-pressure environment.
• Experience or familiarity with space or aerospace technologies is a strong asset.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret-level security clearance, CGP registration, and ITAR authorization.

Compensation: $75,000 - $105,000 CAD (annual salary)
The base salary or rate offered to an applicant within this range is determined by considering several factors, including the individual's geographic location, skills, competencies, and unique qualifications. This ensures compensation is fair and aligned with the specific requirements and attributes of each candidate.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI in Hiring: We use AI tools to assist with application management (e.g., organizing submissions and surfacing potentially relevant qualifications). AI is not used to make hiring decisions. All decisions are made by our hiring managers and recruitment team. Our use of AI is governed by security and privacy risk assessments aligned with our cybersecurity framework.

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