Compliance Solutions Specialist

Sparks Group

Sterling, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aircraft Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Aviation Industry, Brokerage, Building Regulations, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Code of Federal Regulations, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Engineering Drawing, Government Requirements, High-Throughput Screening (HTS), ISA Standards, Import/Export Compliance, Internal Audit, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Performance Metrics, Power BI, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, SAP, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Supply Chain, Time Management, United States Customs, User Documentation, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sterling, VA
POSTED
Today
Job Summary/Company:  Spaks Group has partnered with a global leader in aviation looking for a compliance solutions specialist bridging the gap between regulatory requirements and operational data.   You will ensure compliance with US Customs Regulations while building data models to automate audits, visualize risks, and streamline our aviation aftermarket supply chain.   If you have extensive knowledge of US Customs Regulations, free trade agreements, country of origin requirements, EAR, ITAR this is the ideal role for you.  Apply now and call 703-620-6444


Responsibilities:
  • Manage complex HTS and ECCN classifications for aviation aftermarket parts using structured, logic-based systems rather than manual processes

  • Serve as subject matter expert on U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR) and corporate policies to ensure full import/export compliance

  • Act as primary liaison to customs brokers and subcontractors, ensuring accountability and timely clearance

  • Use SQL and Skywise (Palantir) to analyze supply chain data, identify compliance gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and duty drawbacks

  • Build and maintain PowerBI dashboards to track KPIs, entry timeliness, accuracy, and communicate insights to senior leadership

  • Leverage advanced tools and AI/ML models to align regulatory requirements with operational data

  • Develop VBA macros and scripts to automate entry validation, duty calculations, and other repetitive tasks

  • Conduct data-driven internal audits to detect discrepancies and prevent compliance penalties

  • Collaborate with logistics and engineering teams to ensure master data accuracy across systems

  • Support the Customs Manager with company initiatives and continuous improvement projects





Qualifications/Background Profile:
    • Required - High School diploma or GED

    • Required - 6+ years' experience in U.S. import compliance, import operations or combination thereof

    • Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR), HTSUS, and Partner Government Agency requirements.

    • Data & Analytics: Proficiency in Microsoft PowerBI to build data models, automate audits, and visualize supply chain risks.

    • Engineering Interpretation: Ability to read aircraft engineering data (drawings, maintenance manuals) to determine accurate trade classification.

    • Investigative Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying data anomalies and resolving regulatory discrepancies.

    • Preferred - 2+ years' experience in tariff classification

    • Preferred -Systems Experience: Familiarity with Skywise, SAP GTS, or similar global trade software.

    • Preferred -Trade Programs: Knowledge of voluntary initiatives like C-TPAT or ISA.

     

    Licensure/Certifications:(preferred)

    • Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)

    • Master Customs Specialist (MCS)

    • U.S. Customs Broker License

     

    Travel Required: 

    • 10% Domestic and International


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This job is In-Person.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.

 

About the Company

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Sparks Group

Bringing the Best People and the Best Companies Together Since 1970.

Sparks Group (formerly SPARKS, Sparks IT Solutions, and Sparks Personnel) is the Washington DC Area's leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to add talent, Sparks Group is the ideal partner for you! Each of our four divisions (Sparks Office, Sparks Accounting & Finance, Sparks IT, and Sparks Creative) specializes in placing professionals in temporary/contract, temporary-to-full-time, and full-time roles across a diverse array of staffing categories, positions and levels including: office/administrative, customer service, human resources and talent acquisition, legal support, government and cleared personnel, mortgage/banking, accounting and finance, contracts and procurement, information technology and creative/marketing.

Sparks Group brings over four decades of experience placing professionals in challenging and rewarding positions at many of the area’s most prestigious organizations. Our primary focus is presenting opportunities that match each candidate’s skill-sets, experience levels, career objectives, and growth needs. Sparks Group has regularly ranked as one of the top US staffing and recruiting firms having been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction (2012-2017). Additionally, Sparks Group is proud to have been recently selected for other awards Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2017 Best Staffing Firms to Work For, Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work (2017), the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces® List (2017, 2014), Forbes® Best Professional Recruiting Firms (2017), and the National Capital Business Ethics Award.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1970
WEBSITE
https://www.sparksgroupinc.com