Joshua McGuire
Athens,AL
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Global Trade Compliance and Logistics professional with 10+ years in defense, aerospace, and government contracting. Expert in ITAR, EAR, and OFAC, with a track record of building audit-ready compliance programs and leading cross-border logistics for controlled goods. Combines operational military experience with corporate leadership to reduce risk, control cost, and accelerate mission-critical movements. Active Secret Security Clearance, ECoP-EAR certified; ECoP-ITAR in progress.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Global Trade & Logistics
Red Cat Holdings
04.2024 - Current
- Lead all global trade compliance and logistics operations across subsidiaries, aligning execution with ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements.
- Architected and managed a corporate-wide Global Trade Compliance Program with integrated governance, workflows, and controls.
- Develop and enforce Technology Control Plans (TCPs) for controlled technical data and defense articles; tailor access controls by subsidiary and function.
- Oversee CONUS and OCONUS logistics for hazardous materials, dangerous goods, and temporary exports tied to demos, trade shows, and evaluations.
- Implement automated shipment approval and centralized record-keeping in Microsoft Teams/SharePoint, reducing end-to-end processing time by ~30%.
- Establish KPIs, audit schedules, and budgets to maintain readiness and accountability across compliance and logistics.
- Serve as primary interface to freight forwarders, customs brokers, and regulators to resolve complex cross-border issues and prevent delays.
Trade Compliance Manager
Red Cat Holdings
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Reduced risk of non-compliance fines with thorough audit preparations and documentation reviews.
- Participated in industry forums and conferences to stay abreast of emerging trends in global trade regulations and best practices for compliance management.
- Implemented automated systems for improved tracking of import/export transactions, reducing manual error rates significantly.
- Managed classification and licensing for UAV platforms, payloads, and encryption‑enabled software under ITAR and EAR; ensured accurate CJ/ECCN determinations.
- Built and enforced shipment pre‑approval protocols for all exports; strengthened oversight and documentation quality.
- Delivered targeted compliance training for personnel handling controlled technical data and defense articles.
- Directed freight forwarder vetting and restricted‑party screening; ensured partner compliance with export controls.
- Prepared and submitted DSP and BIS licenses and utilized appropriate exemptions; maintained accuracy and timeliness.
- Worked with customs brokers to resolve classification disputes and entry issues; minimized clearance delays and avoided penalties.
Logistics & Compliance Manager
Edge Autonomy
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and rolled out trade compliance programs; improved adherence to U.S. and international controls.
- Performed pre-/post-entry compliance reviews; reduced shipping times by 10–25%.
- Managed export/import licenses and trained personnel on compliance standards.
- Classified UAS commodities under ECCNs (Cat. 6 & 9) and USML Cat. VIII; leveraged 123.4, TMP, and RPL where applicable.
- Managed all inventory across programs and departments; implemented controls and cycle counts to maintain accuracy and availability.
- Led a team of logisticians and shipping clerks, overseeing workload prioritization, training, and performance to meet service-level targets.
- Managed building operations (facilities) to support production, shipping, receiving, and audit readiness.
- Established Work-In-Progress (WIP) tracking to increase cost visibility and improve production timeline forecasting.
UAS Logistics & Operations Manager
MAG Aerospace
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the classification of commodities under ECCNs (Cat. 5, 6, 7, 9) and USML (Cat. VIII, XI).
- Managed AES filings, customs declarations, and Dangerous Goods documentation; tracked license decrements.
- Applied exemptions (126.4, GOV, TMP, RPL, 126.6c) to expedite movements.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
UAS Operator / Maintainer
MAG Aerospace
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Conducted ISR operations on Aerosonde UAV; logged 13000+ flight hours and maintained detailed operational records.
- Maintained system readiness; trained and supervised personnel in compliance-related tasks.
- Achieved accurate data collection with thorough payload planning and sensor operation during UAS missions.
- Enhanced mission success by conducting pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks on UAS systems.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects efficiently while prioritizing tasks according to mission requirements.
- Participated in extensive training programs to continuously improve skills as a professional UAS Operator.
- Provided valuable input during the selection process of new UAS equipment based on extensive knowledge of platform capabilities.
- Performed regular maintenance on UAS equipment, prolonging lifespan and reducing downtime due to malfunctions.
Education
UAS Operations
Textron Systems Aerosonde UAS School
Blackstone, VA01.2018
UAS Operations
Fort Huachuca Shadow (RQ-7B) Course
Sierra Vista, AZ01.2014
Air Traffic Control School
NAS Pensacola
Pensacola, FL01.2012
Skills
- ITAR & EAR (USML Cat VIII, XI; ECCN Cat 5, 6, 7, 9)
- Export Licensing & Exemptions (DSP/BIS; TMP, RPL, GOV, 1264, 1266)
- Technology Control Plans (TCPs) & Access Controls
- AES Filings, Customs/HTS, Incoterms
- Freight Forwarder & Broker Oversight
- Risk Assessments, Audits & Monitoring
- Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods Logistics
- Restricted-Party & End-User Screening
- Program Management & Cross-Functional Training
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- Export Compliance Professional (ECoP) – EAR, Export Compliance Training Institute, 2024
- Export Compliance Professional (ECoP) – ITAR (in progress)
Timeline
Trade Compliance Manager
Red Cat Holdings
12.2024 - 04.2025
Director of Global Trade & Logistics
Red Cat Holdings
04.2024 - Current
Logistics & Compliance Manager
Edge Autonomy
07.2023 - 06.2024
UAS Logistics & Operations Manager
MAG Aerospace
02.2021 - 07.2023
UAS Operator / Maintainer
MAG Aerospace
08.2018 - 02.2021
UAS Operations
Textron Systems Aerosonde UAS School
UAS Operations
Fort Huachuca Shadow (RQ-7B) Course
Air Traffic Control School
NAS Pensacola
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
- Sergeant (E-5) | U.S. Marine Corps
- Jul 2011 – Dec 2016 | Various Duty Stations
- UAS Operator (RQ-7B Shadow): 800+ mishap-free hours; instructed on flight operations, emergency procedures, airspace rules, and payload nomenclature.
- Air Traffic Controller: 400+ hours qualified; ensured safe, efficient air traffic flow; supported national defense missions.
CLEARANCE
Active Secret Security Clearance
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