Chaos Industries Customs Compliance Manager at CHAOS Industries leads customs compliance for dual-use product transactions. The role manages classification, valuation, customs brokers, and duty exposure while partnering with multiple departments.
Responsibilities
CHAOS Industries is seeking a Customs Compliance Manager to lead customs compliance our transactions as the company scales production and delivery of its dual-use products to U.S. Government, allied, and commercial customers. You will determine and document HTS and Schedule B classification, valuation, and country of origin; oversee customs brokers and entry and clearance activity; manage duty and tariff exposure; and maintain customs records. You will partner closely with Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering to make sure goods are classified, valued, declared, and cleared correctly in both directions and that customs requirements are built into how the business sources and ships. This is a hands-on role for an experienced customs professional with a working understanding of export controls, with room to grow as the function develops.
Determine and document HTS and Schedule B classification, customs valuation, and country of origin for parts, materials, and equipment; maintain customs classifications in the classification database alongside export control classifications.
Oversee customs brokers, including powers of attorney, broker instructions, and performance, and serve as the compliance point of contact for brokers and forwarders on customs questions so that shipments clear without delay in either direction.
Review import entries and export declarations, commercial invoices, and supporting documents for accuracy before and after filing, including EEI/AES filings under the Foreign Trade Regulations; prepare post-summary corrections, AES corrections, and prior disclosures when needed.
Manage the customs side of temporary exports, demonstrations, repairs, and returns in both directions, including returned U.S. goods, temporary importation under bond, carnets, and foreign customs clearance for equipment shipped abroad.
Track duty and tariff exposure and identify duty savings and recovery opportunities such as drawback and trade agreement qualification.
Respond to CBP inquiries, requests for information, and notices of action; pursue binding rulings where classification, valuation, or origin is uncertain.
Advise Supply Chain and Logistics on the customs impact of sourcing, routing, and Incoterms decisions, and support supplier origin and trade agreement documentation.
Work with the rest of the Trade Compliance team so that imports, exports, and returns of ITAR- and EAR-controlled items are handled under the correct authorizations.
Develop and maintain customs compliance procedures covering classification, valuation, origin, declarations, recordkeeping, and broker management; conduct periodic entry and shipment audits with corrective action where needed.
Maintain import and export customs records in accordance with CBP and FTR recordkeeping requirements so that every entry and declaration is supported by a complete, audit-ready file.
Research, analyze, and interpret customs regulations, rulings, and the FTR; monitor tariff and trade developments and advise stakeholders on business impact.
Qualification
Prior experience in a defenseExperience with CBP inquiriesExperience with drawbackHealth BenefitsAdditional benefitsOur Perks
Preferred
S. Customs Broker License.
Prior experience in a defense, aerospace, or sensors/radar business shipping ITAR- and EAR-controlled hardware internationally.
Experience with CBP inquiries, post-summary corrections, prior disclosures, or binding rulings.
Experience with drawback, temporary importation under bond, carnets, or foreign trade zones.
Experience with ACE and trade compliance systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP GTS, Descartes).
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
Our Perks: Free daily lunch while you're working onsite, fully-stocked kitchen, unlimited PTO, casual dress code