Employment

Korry Electronics, a subsidiary of Esterline, is the internationally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of electro-optical display products, subsystems and discrete components for the aerospace and defense industries. We are a cutting-edge, industry pacesetter in many technologies (such as Night Vision and LED) that drive advances in critical applications for man-machine interfaces.

We currently have an opening for a Mgr, Contracts, Customer Srv and Export Compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to the General Counsel & Director of Business Affairs. Responsible for coordinating customer contract requirements and providing leadership in the negotiation and account management of large complex contracts. Directs the activities of the Contract Administrators.

Ensure compliance to Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Department of State International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Responsible for assessing and communicating the requirements of Export Control laws. Act as a point of contact for Export Control issues. Maintain the Export Compliance Program and provide training and guidance as required to internal organizations.

This is a senior level position and requires independent judgment within defined procedures and management direction. Key attributes include:

· Strong leadership skills
· Ability to embrace and drive change to improve processes
· Actively seek continuous learning opportunities
· Grow business while containing cost
· Customer-focused, with good communication skills and strong interpersonal, presentation, organizational and planning skills.

Proven track record of success with collaborative management style and the ability to work closely in a cross-functional environment. Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority.

Take an active leadership role in company initiatives for continuous improvement in business process and MRP system enhancements. Supporting current and future projects e.g. lean and World class best practices.

Lean Requirements
· Establish best practices to eliminate non-value added/non-essential activities and develop work standards for contract administration
· Meet lean goals/metrics for the contracts department
· Involved in company wide lean continuous improvement initiatives
· Implement lean improvement ideas
· Use Value Stream Mapping and Lean tools

REQUIREMENTS

Four-year degree in addition to four to six years direct experience in aerospace and defense. Previous supervisory experience of 5+ years is required. Must be able to travel up to 25%.

PEOPLE make it happen at Korry. Our success is built on a philosophy that encourages personal growth, involvement and individual commitment in a team environment. Korry offers many exciting benefits including educational support, three flexible weeks off during your first year of employment, a subsidized ride to work, and the opportunity to work with the best people in the business.

Your options to apply are:

1. Email your resume to recruiter@korry.com.
- Place the job number and title in the subject line of the email.

2. Fax your resume to 206-286-5545.

3. Mail your resume to, or apply in person at:

Korry Electronics Co.
901 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Korry Electronics is an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug/alcohol free workplace.

Some Korry jobs require employees to work with or around chemicals or materials used in the manufacture of our products. Some of these chemicals or materials might affect individuals who are prone to skin sensitization, allergic respiratory reactions, eczema, asthmatic-type conditions, and chronic bronchitis, and other chronic respiratory diseases. You might wish to consult with a doctor regarding employment in these types of positions.

For more opportunities at Esterline Technologies visit www.esterline.com.