Senior Export Control Officer
Requisition Number: 66930
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 12-Sep-2025
Date Posted:
Job Summary
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in safeguarding space science? We are seeking an experienced Senior Export Control Officer to lead and manage LASP's export compliance program. This role is critical to ensuring our lab's activities align with U.S. Government regulations, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC. You will serve as a strategic advisor to LASP leadership and personnel, guiding the lab through complex regulatory landscapes while enabling groundbreaking research.
This position will report to the Executive Associate Director/COO of LASP and collaborates closely with the CU Boulder Export Control office in the Research & Innovation Office (RIO).
This position offers a hybrid work schedule with at least three days a week onsite at LASP.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
LASP is a world-renowned space science research institute at the University of Colorado Boulder employing over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students. The University of Colorado receives more NASA funding than any public university in the country, due in large part to LASP programs. Professional engineers work closely with scientists and assembly technicians in designing and building space flight hardware while helping mentor students as entry-level engineers working on these programs. LASP is particularly proud of a work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for diverse experiences and a broad range of responsibilities.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Export Controls and Research Security Compliance:
Provide expert guidance on ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and other export/import regulations
Triage emerging research security risks and with oversight from CU Boulder's Research Security Lead, implement mitigation plans for LASP personnel
Assess and document export control implications for international agreements, travel, shipping, scholar appointments, and more
Draft and manage Technology Control Plans (TCPs), license applications, exemption certificates, and compliance documentation
Conduct restricted party screenings and support visa assessments for international scholars
Maintain export control databases and equipment inventories
Review and advise on contractual language for MOUs, NDAs, MTAs, and other agreements
Develop and deliver training materials for LASP personnel
Serve as LASP's primary liaison to CU Boulder's Export Control office
Physical Security of Controlled Facilities:
Oversee operations and compliance of LASP's controlled facilities
Develop and enforce facility access policies and procedures
Conduct regular audits of access control lists
Screen visitors, vendors, and tour attendees for compliance
Lead foreign national program oversight while fostering a collaborative research environment
What You Should Know
Due to requirements to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or other protected individuals may apply
What We Can Offer
$90,000 - $125,000 per year
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .
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What We Require
Bachelor's degree
Four years of experience in export compliance, including processing export licenses for USML and CCL-controlled items
Experience with confidential security and personnel issues
What You Will Need
Ability to understand complex technical information in research proposals and agreements
Advanced knowledge of US Export Control laws and regulations
Understanding of recent US export control reforms and initiatives, including a solid understanding of exceptions and exclusions
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and integrate export licensing requirements with LASP's international research objectives
Ability to evaluate internal controls and understand organizational risk, implementing appropriate policies or procedures to ensure compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated proficiency in communicating complex regulations and policies to non-experts
Ability to participate in multi-functional teams working to solve complex export/import problems and drive issues to conclusion
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Optional: Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.
Please apply by 9/12/2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/)
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Senior-Export-Control-Officer/66930 (https://apptrkr.com/6526579)
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