Senior Trade Compliance Expert, Export Control (m/f/d)
Core
Serve as the central authority on export control, owning trade compliance strategy, licensing, sanctions, customs, and the Internal Compliance Program for autonomous defense robotics systems.
Role type
Senior Trade Compliance Expert (Export Control Officer)
Builds
Scalable trade compliance processes, export licenses, and audit-ready Internal Compliance Programs for defense-grade autonomous systems.
Domain
Defense technology, international trade law, export control
Required skills
German foreign trade law (AWG/AWV), War Weapons Control Act (KrWaffKontrG), EU Dual-Use Regulation, EU sanctions law, BAFA licensing, ITAR/EAR familiarity, Internal Compliance Program (ICP) design, audit leadership, technical product classification, bilingual communication (German/English), security clearance eligibility
Preferred skills
Defense sector experience, additional customs/sanctions certifications, G2G/NATO program familiarity, Ukraine-related export knowledge, robotics/deep-tech environment exposure
Technologies
BAFA systems, German Export List (Ausfuhrliste Teil I A/B), EU Dual-Use Regulation databases, ITAR/EAR databases
Responsibilities
Lead the Trade Compliance Function as designated Export Control Officer, Shape the Internal Compliance Program (ICP), Drive End-to-End Licensing, Own Shipment Clearances and Screening, Establish the Customs Framework, Classify Complex Technology, Navigate Defense-Specific Regulations, Conduct Audits and Represent ARX, Advise and Educate Across Teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
