U.S. Trade Compliance Specialist

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety.

As a U.S. Trade Compliance Specialist, you will support our export and import compliance activities. This role partners closely with Compliance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure adherence to U.S. trade regulations, including ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and U.S. Customs requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director, Compliance & Contracts and cross‑functional teams to develop, implement, and execute export and import compliance initiatives.
• Research U.S. export and import control regulations and provide practical compliance guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Review, update, and maintain company policies and procedures related to export controls.
• Assist with preparation and submission of export license applications.
• Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Maintain accurate records related to export and import activities, including denied party screening documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering to determine ECCN and USML classifications for commodities and technical data.
• Assist with classification of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Schedule B.
• Support import operations by managing documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, International Affairs, or a related field.
• Experience in export or import administration, including:
  • Export licensing
  • Regulatory policy development
  • Classification under USML or CCL
• Strong analytical and research skills related to ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in international trade compliance.
• Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with export control systems such as ACES, SNAP‑R, or DECCS.

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success?

We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

Due to the nature of Zygo’s programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.