Job Description

Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas—including airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special mission aviation, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. 

Wherever we operate, we build vertically integrated full stacks of capability—designing, building, and operating turnkey solutions that let customers scale capacity while benefiting from continuous cycles of innovation. With operators and engineers under one roof, we close the gap between lab and field—what we call connecting design with effect. 

Metrea’s solutions are built for elegance: effective, efficient, and evolving. This approach enables our partners to do more with less and achieve outsized, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats. 

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Metrea has facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented Global Logistics & Customs Specialist to support U.S.–centric import and export operations across the aerospace and defense sector. Serving as a critical compliance gatekeeper, this role ensures the secure, efficient, and fully compliant movement of materials across U.S. and international borders. The specialist will manage end‑to‑end logistics execution, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, and export controls governed by ITAR and EAR.

This position works closely with operations, supply chain, engineering, and compliance teams to balance regulatory rigor with high‑velocity logistics needs. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in U.S. Customs procedures, export/import regulations, defense‑related clearances, temporary imports (e.g., ATA Carnet), Dangerous Goods handling, AOG and international freight operations—enabling mission‑critical programs while mitigating regulatory risk.

The ideal candidate is a logistics professional with deep knowledge of US Customs procedures and EXIM policies, Special Import/Export and customs procedures, defense‑related clearances, temporary imports (ATA Carnet), AOG, Dangerous Goods and international freight operations.

What You’ll Do

• Logistics & AOG Operations: Coordinate global multi-modal shipments (Air, Ocean, Ground, AOG) in compliance with DOT, TSA, and IATA. Optimize Incoterms® to balance cost and speed. Ensure compliant documentation for all shipments, including, Dangerous Goods and specialized cargo.

• Regulatory Compliance: Execute U.S. import/export operations under 19 CFR Manage HTSUS classification, valuation, COO marking, and FTA eligibility (e.g., USMCA).

• Export Controls: Act as gatekeeper for ITAR/EAR and OFAC sanctions. Ensure compliance with export licensing (DSP-5, DSP-73, TAAs) and restricted party screening requirements.

• ACE & Audit Governance: Submit and review CBP entry summaries (7501) and EEI filings in ACE Maintain "Reasonable Care" audit-ready files for CBP, DDTC, and BIS.

• Special Procedures: Oversee the lifecycle of ATA Carnets, Temporary Importations under Bond ( TIB), and duty-saving initiatives (Section 301/232 exclusions, Drawback).

• Master Data & Analytics: Maintain Trade Master Data (ECCN, HTS, USML). Track freight forwarder performance and broker clearance KPIs to drive operational excellence.

What You’ll bring

• 5+ years in global logistics and customs specifically within the U.S. aerospace/defense or regulated industry.
• Expert knowledge of U.S. customs regulations (19 CFR), CBP processes, ACE portal and multi-modal global logistics
• Technical Knowledge: Deep proficiency in ITAR/EAR, OFAC sanctions, license management, HTSUS, and Incoterms® 2020.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, negotiation, audit and communication skills; ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable business processes.
• Familiarity with Dangerous Goods (IATA/ICAO, DOT).
• ERP/GTM proficiency; advanced Excel skills.
• Certifications: LCB (Licensed Customs Broker), CCS (Certified Customs Specialist) or CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer), is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• U.S. work authorization; ability to travel 15–25%.

Our Firmware

At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes—Entrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over-Deliver. These form what we call our Teammate Firmware. Just like technical firmware connects software and hardware, our Firmware is the constant interface between our mission and our people. It defines how we show up, how we work together, and how we solve complex problems.

Our team Firmware creates a web-like, hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical way of working that helps us adapt quickly, communicate openly, and distribute decision-making to where expertise actually lives. It enables groups to self-organize around hard problems, shift fluidly as priorities evolve, and operate with the trust, curiosity, and discipline required in a complex mission space. This foundation allows us to deliver elegant, effective solutions and uphold our purpose: protecting our precious inheritance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plan options

HSA/FSA accounts

Dental and vision coverage

6% employer 401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave for all new parents

Generous PTO

Life and disability insurance
Long-term and Short-term disability coverage

AD&D Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub   

Work Authorisation/Security Clearance

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Position may require passing a government-administered background check.

Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

AAP/EEO Statement

Legal Entity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.

Work Location

Tampa, FL

Work Environment

This job operates in an office and warehouse setting 

Travel

25%