ABOUT US: AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR) IS A GLOBAL AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS COMPANY THAT EMPLOYS MORE THAN 6,000 PEOPLE ACROSS OVER 60 SITES IN OVER 20 COUNTRIES. HEADQUARTERED IN THE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS AREA, AAR SUPPORTS COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT CUSTOMERS IN MORE THAN 100 COUNTRIES THROUGH FOUR OPERATING SEGMENTS: PARTS SUPPLY, INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS, REPAIR AND ENGINEERING AND EXPEDITIONARY SERVICES. AAR’S PURPOSE IS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE TO BUILD INNOVATIVE AEROSPACE SOLUTIONS TODAY SO YOU CAN SAFELY REACH YOUR DESTINATION TOMORROW. THE COMPANY’S MISSION IS TO GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO PROVIDE VALUE-DRIVEN AEROSPACE AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS TO MEET THE EVOLVING NEEDS OF OUR CUSTOMERS WORLDWIDE. AAR CONSTANTLY SEARCHES FOR THE RIGHT THING TO DO FOR ITS CUSTOMERS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS AND FOR SOCIETY.

Import / Export Project Coordinator -* 17726*

DESCRIPTION

The Import / Export Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting import and export shipments for defense programs including obtaining and verifying for accuracy the required proof of export documents, executing ERP system transactions, completing Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) filings, and liaising with the Trade Compliance team to confirm licensing requirements. They will serve as a key program team member ensuring consistent communication between various departments and program leads to facilitate timely and compliant imports and exports of international orders. This team member may also assist the International Compliance Manager with document preparation, coordinating customer routed shipments, export clearances, and import clearances.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Coordinate and track shipments of goods for import and export.
• Monitor shipments for compliance with regulations and international trade laws.
• Create and manage schedules and timelines for shipments.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all shipments and transactions.
• Resolve any issues or delays which arise in the shipment process.
• Acquire AES and AWB documentation from freight forwarders and review for compliance.
• Follow-up as needed with freight forwarders and supply any necessary information to facilitate return of required documentation.
• Responsible for the preparation of the Shippers Letter of Instruction and/or AES Filing submission.
• Assist with coordinating customer routed pick-ups.
• Work with external third parties to obtain ECCN and Schedule B classifications.
• Assist with import clearances and associated documentation filings / ERP transactions.
• All other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of import / export experience is preferred.
• General office experience with Microsoft O365 Suite products
• AES processing knowledge is a plus
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Export Specialist (CES) preferred

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
• This position currently requires employees to work in-office 4 days per week and 1 day remote