Global Trade Manager

The posting, as Forterra wrote it

About Forterra

At Forterra, we are unleashing autonomy at scale to transform the battlefield. Our mission is to build the foundational platforms that enable an intelligent ecosystem to coordinate, adapt, and execute with speed and precision even in the uncertainty and disruption of modern conflict. In an era marked by rapid technological change and evolving threats, we design for flexibility, survivability, and operational dominance.

Forterra delivers weapons, sensors, and battlefield effects through integrated autonomous networks reaching operational areas faster, safer, and without placing human lives at risk. Our systems operate with distributed control, dynamic routing, and real-time responsiveness, enabling sustained advantage across complex mission environments.

About the role
We are seeking a Global Trade Manager to own the day-to-day operation of Forterra’s export and import compliance program, and serve as the company’s primary trade compliance authority. This person coordinates licensing for our products, software, and technical data for international programs; keeps our classifications accurate; guides Growth, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management coworkers through controlled transactions; and protects the company’s ability to do business abroad. The role combines licensing and shipment work with program ownership, including policy, training, auditing, and continuous improvement. We expect the Global Trade Manager to have one direct report that will assist with the position’s responsibilities.

Forterra’s business centers on software, technical data, and integrated autonomy kits, so the ideal candidate understands technology and deemed-export controls as well as hardware exports.

What you'll do
Licensing and Authorizations

• Export licensing – Prepare, submit, and manage Department of State licenses and agreements (DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-61, TAAs, MLAs, WDAs) through DECCS, and Department of Commerce licenses through SNAP-R. Track status, provisos, amendments, and expirations, and report status to internal stakeholders.
• Jurisdiction and advisory requests – Prepare and submit Commodity Jurisdiction requests, advisory opinions, and general correspondence to DDTC and BIS.
• Registration – Maintain Forterra’s DDTC registration and any other U.S. Government registrations, permits, and authorizations the business requires.

Classification and Technology Controls

• Product classification – Determine and maintain export and import classifications (USML category, ECCN, HTS, and Schedule B) for Forterra hardware, software, and technical data with the assistance of outside counsel and/or consultants, and keep the classification database current.
• Technology control – Provide guidance on compliance with foreign-person access to controlled technical data, including through technology control plans, deemed exports, IT access, and collaboration tools.
• Visitors and travel – Provide trade compliance guidance regarding foreig

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• Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here .
Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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