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Compliance Specialist

companyTextron
locationWilliamsport, PA, USA
PublishedPublished: Published 1 month ago
Compliance Management Systems / Technology
Who We Are

We are Lycoming Engines, best known as a world leader in aircraft engines. We are division of Textron Systems and are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world's leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.

But our business is all about people - the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.

Here at Lycoming Engines, we produce four-, six-, and eight-cylinder aircraft engines. We power 60% of the world's general aviation fleet. For over 90 years, we earned our reputation for reliability and flexibility with our extensive range of aircraft engines trusted by pilots, owners, and general aviation enthusiasts. Lycoming takes great pride in being the only U.S. owned and operated aviation piston engine manufacturer, and we build every engine as though we were going to fly it ourselves.

As part of the Lycoming and greater Textron Systems Legal Department, you will be part of a dedicated and diverse team of in-house attorneys and professionals. In this position, you will report to Textron System's Ethics and Compliance manager and work in conjunction with the Global Trade Compliance teams.

Compliance Specialist

As part of the Lycoming and greater Textron Systems Legal Department, you will be part of a dedicated and diverse team of in-house attorneys and professionals. In this position, you will report to Textron System's Ethics and Compliance manager and work in conjunction with the Global Trade Compliance teams. The Compliance Specialist will be based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania (100% in office) and will play a key role in building and driving our Ethics, Compliance, and Global Trade programs by managing strategic and operational initiatives.

The position primarily supports Lycoming's ethics and compliance activities across a broad range of topics including anti-bribery & corruption risk management, Ethics investigations, and compliance program efforts and may have overlap into the larger Textron Systems E&C Program deliverables. Will proactively support all export and import compliance matters for Lycoming. S/he will interact with employees at all levels and will work both independently and with other members of the business and members of the Legal, Contracts and Compliance staff on a variety of interesting international trade compliance matters. The successful candidate must be approachable, vocal, solution focused, and proactive. This position requires a candidate with a broad range of compliance skills to be applied both domestically and internationally. Candidates with experience in aviation or cross-border international business is preferred.

Global Trade Compliance Responsibilities

Interface with Export and Import Analyst on Customs Brokers and covered business partner matters

• Direct U.S. imports for repair parts using TIB and HTS chapter 98 to the Import Analyst

  • Provide a full range of proactive export/import compliance guidance to program management, contracts, procurement, business development, shipping, security and other functional areas within the Company
  • Determine the applicability of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) exemptions, ECCNs and use of Commerce exceptions
  • Review and approve Foreign Visit Notifications and conduct restricted party screenings
• Review and direct shipping request to the appropriate personnel

  • Review and approval of commercial invoices and shipping process and coordination of freight forwarder requirements
  • Perform other compliance activities as determined by the Manager of Export/Import Compliance
Ethics and Compliance Responsibilities

  • Conduct Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) due diligence reviews of businesses and individuals operating across the globe through outlined policy steps including document gathering, application reviews, Restricted Party Screening, media searches, and red flag clearing
  • Provide administrative support for systems and controls designed to mitigate bribery and corruption risk, money laundering risk, and general compliance efforts related to the management of third parties
  • Monitor existing partnership agreements for expirations and complete reviews on time while identifying applicable risk and escalating to leadership where appropriate
  • Conduct fact-finding and pre-investigation of matters, collaborating with others on investigations, supporting the E&C manager in investigations pertaining to potential violations of Company policy and applicable laws, and assist with ethics investigations raised through the Textron Help-Line and other reporting channels
  • Draft compliance communications on timely and relevant topics and create content for intranet site
  • Support overall E&C training initiatives by conducting live training to employees on a variety of E&C related topics
  • Prepare professional, high quality and detailed due diligence reports to properly and completely document findings
  • Assist with compliance special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
  • Coordinate with the Textron Corporate Ethics & Compliance team as required.
Requirements

• At least 4+ years of relevant work experience

  • EAR compliance experience, with progressively more complex responsibilities, as well as working knowledge of Import and Customs Regulations and ITAR required.
• Good analytical, strategic thinking and business acumen including interacting with all levels of personnel within the company

  • High integrity and a commitment to ethical practices
• Ability to understand and follow corporate policies and guidelines

  • Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills and m ust have strong intercultural and interpersonal sensitivity
  • Must be comfortable navigating ambiguous situations and adept at influencing teams and leaders without direct authority.
  • Must have the ability to competently manage multiple, competing priorities and to work independently as well as part of a team
Preferred

  • Knowledge of Anti Bribery and Corruption and Anti-Money Laundering compliance programs
  • Experience conducting Ethics and Compliance Investigations
This position may require the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of the ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences and unique perspectives.

Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

  • Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedulethat varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee's. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.
  • Dress for Your Day : No day is the same, so we don't think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.
  • Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save.
  • Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
  • Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!
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