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Title:  Director of Compliance Company: Heven AeroTech Location: FLSA:  Exempt Reports To: Chief of Staff About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence. We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart —those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team. Role Summary: The Director of Compliance leads Heven AeroTech’s enterprise-wide compliance program, ensuring adherence to federal export control laws (ITAR/EAR), industrial security requirements (NISPOM), cybersecurity mandates (CMMC/NIST 800-171), ethics obligations, occupational safety regulations, and employee benefits laws. Operating at the intersection of legal obligation and operational execution, this role directly supervises the Safety Manager and IT Administrator, advises executive leadership on regulatory risk, and fosters a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the defense industrial base. Essential Responsibilities: Export Controls — ITAR / EAR Compliance Oversight Provide strategic oversight of Heven AeroTech’s export compliance obligations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), whether administered through a qualified internal Empowered Official (EO) or a contracted external compliance resource. Ensure the designation, performance management, and accountability of the Empowered Official function; serve directly as EO or manage the engagement of an external ITAR/EAR compliance consultant or law firm as operationally appropriate. Oversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Technology Control Plan (TCP) and Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP). Provide executive-level review and approval authority over export license applications, Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), and commodity classifications (USML/CCL). Ensure execution of export control audits, restricted party screening, and voluntary disclosure management to DDTC and BIS; maintain accountability for timely and accurate reporting. Ensure export control training programs meet regulatory requirements under 22 C.F.R. Part 122 and 15 C.F.R. Part 762, whether delivered internally or through an external provider. Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Industrial Security Serve as or directly supervise the Facility Security Officer (FSO), ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) / 32 C.F.R. Part 117. Manage personnel security clearance processes including investigations, visit authorizations, and incident reporting through DISS and related government systems. Maintain and administer the facility’s Standard Practice and Procedure (SPP) and ensure full Insider Threat Program compliance. Interface with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) for facility inspections, program reviews, and adverse information reporting. Oversee classified storage, document control, secure communication requirements, and SCI/SAP access where applicable. Information Security (InfoSec) / Cybersecurity Compliance Lead compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS 252.204-7012 for the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Oversee the development and mainte