Job Description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 76460 

Description

The Export Compliance Manager will play a key strategic and leadership role in supporting all aspects of the company’s global trade compliance program, with a primary focus on export control and sanction compliance, regulatory adherence and internal process development. Reporting to the Global Trade Compliance Director, this position ensures the company’s export activities comply with all applicable export control laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role requires hands-on operational expertise, process improvement skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions.

Note: This will be an on-site role. We are open to any U.S. Skyworks location, preferably Woburn, Austin or Irvine.

Responsibilities

Export Compliance Leadership

· Manage all aspects of export compliance, including but not limited to restricted party screening, customer due diligence, export control jurisdiction and classification, license determination, technology transfers, sanctions compliance and recordkeeping.

Export Program Management

· Lead internal and external export assessments and audits and improve processes to ensure compliance.

· Provide guidance on Automated Export System (AES) filings, ensuring accuracy.

· Implement and maintain comprehensive screening systems and work with the system vendors and internal teams to improve systems and processes to meet current export regulations.

· Partner with Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sales, and other internal teams to coordinate export activities, complete screening, and address a wide variety of operational and regulatory matters.

Process Improvement & Training

· Develop, implement, and maintain export compliance policies, procedures, and technical solutions aligned with business objectives.

· Develop and deliver training to internal stakeholders on export compliance requirements.

Regulatory Interpretation & Support

· Provide regulatory interpretation and guidance on export-related matters, including classification and jurisdiction (ECCN, USML), customer due diligence, licensing, sanctions, and technology transfers.

· Collaborate with outside counsel and consultants as needed.

Documentation & Recordkeeping

· Ensure global trade records are maintained in accordance with government document retention requirements.

· Oversee export classifications, screening, and documentation.

Required Experience and Skills

• Expertise in U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) is a must; familiarity with categories 3, 5 and 9 is highly desirable.
• Knowledge about International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions, and other relevant export laws.
• Bachelor’s degree required; professional certification in trade compliance or export control preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in export compliance, preferably in the semiconductor or technology manufacturing sector.
• Subject matter expertise in U.S. export regulations (EAR), familiarity with OFAC sanctions and ITAR, anti-boycott regulations, export licensing, and restricted party screening.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate complex regulatory matters to non-experts.
• Experience conducting internal audits and assessments is a plus.
• Collaborative and creative approach; ability to work across functions and with all levels of the workforce.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally occasionally.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Experience working with engineers and high technology products/services.
• Familiarity with non-U.S. trade compliance regulations.
• Spanish language skills are a plus. Chinese is a big plus too.
• Implementation experience and familiarity with major screening system, e.g., OCR EASE system, Dow Jones screening, Sayari, Kharon, SAP GTS would be preferred
• Semiconductor industry experience preferred.

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $114,400 - $220,200 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.

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