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Manager, Military Exports

PPG IndustriesHuntsville, ALPosted Aug 31, 2026 · open 56 days

Last confirmed open Oct 26, 2026

HybridFull-timeManager

Before you apply

U.S. person (ITAR)
A U.S. citizen or national, permanent resident, refugee or asylee, under export-control rules.
Security clearance
The employer will sponsor the clearance.
Bachelor's degree
The lowest degree the posting accepts.
Travel up to 20%
The share of time spent travelling, as the posting states it.

The Military Exports Manager will develop global strategy for military transactions and activities across PPG departments and locations worldwide. You will also provide guidance and expertise on the proper handling of military items including hardware, product information, services and military related issues. As a part of our Compliance team, you will ensure military exports are made in accordance with all applicable export control regulations.

You will report to Sr. Manager, Global Export Compliance. This position may be based at any major PPG location within the United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interface with the U.S. Government on military related activities.

  • Manage PPG's registration with the U.S. Dept. of State.

  • Prepare and submit any required reporting to the U.S. government (e.g., Canadian Exemption and MLA reports.)

  • Manage the classification of PPG's military Items globally.

  • Approve and submit the U.S. export authorizations of PPG's export-controlled Items.

  • Manage the Advisory Opinion process to the U.S. Government for military items.

  • Manage U.S. requests for clearance into the public domain for military data.

  • Manage the formal commodity jurisdiction and CCAT process to the U.S. Government for military items.

  • Support global export compliance team on matters with non-U.S. governments when requested.

  • Support PPG's voluntary disclosure process, which includes drafting communications, data collection, and working with employees, outside counsel, and Government officials.

  • Provide guidance to PPG's business units and staff functions on the proper handling of military Items (i.e., hardware, product information and services) and for ensuring that PPG's military exports are made in accordance with all applicable export control regulations, especially the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

  • Provide guidance related to technology controls, including physical and system access controls globally.

  • Maintain PPG's corporate procedures and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable regulatory changes.

  • Develop and maintain export compliance military metrics.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade or related discipline.

  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience in Export Compliance, industry knowledge.

  • 3+ years of working knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

  • Demonstrated oral, written and presentation skills.

  • Prime success factors include the ability to problem-solve, promote teamwork and drive change.

  • Travel up to 20% may be required.

  • Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply. Must be able to obtain security clearance.

  • Comfort working a hybrid schedule of 4 days in office (Monday - Thursday) and flexible/remote Friday.

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PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected].

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

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Job Details
Location
Huntsville, AL
Work Model
Hybrid
Type
Full-time
Level
Manager
Experience
5+ years
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Required Skills
Export ComplianceExport Administration Regulations (EAR)Export authorizationsCommodity jurisdictionCCAT processTechnology controlsExport compliance metricsInternational Trade
Benefits
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Life
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Disability/Leave
  • Voluntary benefit offerings

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