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Hartzell Propeller Inc Contract & Export Compliance Specialist in Piqua, Ohio
Hartzell Propeller, founded in 1917 and headquartered in Piqua, Ohio, is the global leader in advanced aircraft propeller design and manufacturing for general aviation. The company supports both piston-engine and turboprop aircraft and provides custom propulsion solutions for electric, hybrid-electric, and advanced air mobility programs. Hartzell has continued to expand its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Tanis Aircraft Products in 2021 and Whirlwind Propeller in 2024, strengthening its experimental market offerings. Since 2024, Hartzell has also enhanced its MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) presence through the acquisition of 9 separate MRO facilities across North America and Europe.
Description
Hartzell Propeller seeks a Contracts & Export Compliance Specialist to support the Sales organization by reviewing customer contracts, assisting with negotiations, and supporting export compliance activities. This role helps ensure sales-related agreements and international transactions align with company policies and applicable regulations while enabling efficient commercial execution.
This position works cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Legal, and Regulatory teams and operates under the guidance of company leadership.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
1) Contracts Support
o Review of sales-related documents including Purchase Orders, RFQs, RFPs, SOWs, Proposals, Quotes, Contracts, and Amendments
o Identify non-standard terms and escalate risk items as appropriate
o Draft redlines and proposed responses using approved company templates and boilerplate
o Support interpretation of FAR/DFAR flow down requirements
o Maintain contract review checklists and standard language libraries
o Track contract status, renewals, and expiration dates
o Maintain accurate contract files and database records
o Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract review processes
2) Export Compliance Support including supporting the administration of the company's export compliance program
o Assist with ITAR and EAR compliance activities
o Support product classification documentation (USML / ECCN)
o Prepare and track export license applications and amendments
o Conduct denied party screenings and country eligibility reviews
o Support technical data control and document marking requirements
o Monitor regulatory updates and assist with implementation of process changes
o Assist with audit preparation and compliance documentation
o Regulatory Coordination
o Support data collection and coordination with foreign airworthiness authorities for TC and STC validations
3) Additional Responsibilities: Provide general paralegal and administrative support as needed
*First Year Success Factors *
1) Develop working knowledge of Hartzell's contract review process
2) Demonstrate sound judgment in identifying contract risk
3) Build effective working relationships with Sales and Operations teams
4) Maintain accurate and organized contract and compliance documentation
5) Contribute to improvements in contract review tools and templates
Education/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, or related field preferred
- Paralegal certification preferred
- 2--4 years of experience in contract administration, corporate paralegal work, or compliance support
- Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or regulated industries preferred
Technical Competencies
1) Basic understanding of commercial contract structur