Mid-Level Trade Control Specialist
Spirit AeroSystems · Wichita, KS
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $67k–$103k
- Travel
- 10%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist controls role at Spirit AeroSystems (aerospace & defense) in Wichita, KS.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Base pay
- $67k–$103k
- Day to day
- about 10% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Controls Engineer roles in Kansas: typical posted base $105k–$160k. This one lists $67k–$103k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 12 controls engineer openings in Kansas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 11 other live controls postings in Kansas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 83%
- Automation 75%
- Root cause 33%
- Team leadership 25%
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Full description from Spirit AeroSystemsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Position
Responsibilities
Develops and drives trade control strategies to enable business execution. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with business partners and peers. Supports development, implementation and administration of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) export licenses throughout the export life cycle. Defines, develops, and implements export control processes and solutions. Interprets and applies U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
requirements
to company export activities, including CFR 15 (EAR), CFR 22 (ITAR). Identifies trade compliance risks, escalates findings as appropriate, and develops mitigation plans. Prepare and submit export license applications through systems such as SNAP-R and DECCS. Provides training, guidance, and technical expertise to internal stakeholders on trade compliance requirements. Acts as company liaison with government agencies. Classifies goods, services, and technology under Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), applicable EAR Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) or ITAR category. Conduct regular audits of Trade Compliance systems and processes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Communicates effectively across all levels of management and external organizations.
Qualifications
Basic
Qualifications
(Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain, legal studies or related field 3+ years of experience in export compliance, global trade compliance, or a related field (e.g. Program Manager, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Logistics) Experience with U.S. export laws and regulations (Export Administration Regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Office of Foreign Assets Control) Experience participating in compliance assessment activities supporting global trade controls matters Experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
(Desired Skills/Experience): 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Trade Compliance industry specific training, e.g., ITAR, BIS, Export Controls, etc. Experience in export compliance or international trade Experience with export licensing procedures for controlled goods and technology Experience applying Export Classifications to goods, technology, and services Background in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industry a plus Project management experience Experience writing trade control authorities / export licensing Drug Free Workplace: We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Pay & Benefits: We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level (Level 3): $67,300 - $103,200 Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
Position
Responsibilities
Develops and drives trade control strategies to enable business execution. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with business partners and peers. Supports development, implementation and administration of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) export licenses throughout the export life cycle. Defines, develops, and implements export control processes and solutions. Interprets and applies U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
requirements
to company export activities, including CFR 15 (EAR), CFR 22 (ITAR). Identifies trade compliance risks, escalates findings as appropriate, and develops mitigation plans. Prepare and submit export license applications through systems such as SNAP-R and DECCS. Provides training, guidance, and technical expertise to internal stakeholders on trade compliance requirements. Acts as company liaison with government agencies. Classifies goods, services, and technology under Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), applicable EAR Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) or ITAR category. Conduct regular audits of Trade Compliance systems and processes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Communicates effectively across all levels of management and external organizations.
Basic
Qualifications
(Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain, legal studies or re
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Overview This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
