Role Summary
This role leads Export Control & Sanctions compliance for the AMEC region. Level will be Director or Senior Manager, depending on experience.
You act as the regional decision‑maker, fully accountable for regulatory interpretation and compliance outcomes. You ensure consistent, defensible application of U.S. and international regulations while enabling the business to operate in a complex geopolitical environment.
Location: Austin, Texas (hybrid)
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary decision‑maker for Export Control & Sanctions matters in the AMEC region
Serve as the main interface to the business, providing clear and actionable guidance
Own high‑risk cases, exceptions, and regulator interactions
Ensure consistent and defensible interpretation of U.S. EAR / BIS requirements
Decide routine cases and escalate only complex, cross‑regional, or high‑risk situations Operating Model & Collaboration
Decision authority: You own regulatory interpretation and final decisions, and are accountable to the business and authorities
Infrastructure & Strategy teams: Define policies, processes, tooling, and geopolitical direction — you align and provide input based on regional reality
Operations teams (incl. KL): Prepare and execute cases — you provide decisions on escalations and ensure consistent application of rules
Regional peers: Align on interpretation, ensure global consistency, and escalate only in case of conflict or enterprise risk
Requirements
10–15+ years of experience in Export Controls and Sanctions
Strong expertise in U.S. EAR / BIS
Proven experience making decisions in complex, high‑risk environments
Ability to operate as a senior business partner and decision authority
Strong judgment and stakeholder management
What You Get
Clear decision authority and regional accountability
Direct impact on business decisions and risk outcomes
Interaction with senior stakeholders and regulators
Role in a scalable global trade compliance operating model
Benefits (US)
Medical, dental, vision
401(k)
Parental leave
Tuition support
Disability insurance
More information about NXP in the United States...
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
#LI-97b2Skills Required
- 12+ years of progressive experience in U.S. Export Controls and Sanctions
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree and certifications preferred
- Deep technical expertise in U.S. export control regulations
- Strong strategic program management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Familiarity with trade compliance technologies and automation tools
What We Do
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer and more sustainable world through innovation. As a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 34,500 employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $13.21 billion in 2022. Find out more at www.nxp.com. Privacy Policy: https://www.nxp.com/company/about-nxp/privacy-policy-for-social-media-pages:PRIVACY-POLICY-SOCIAL-MEDIA
