Trade Compliance Officer Export Control / ITAR / EAR
Defence / Aerospace Sector
We are seeking a Trade Compliance Officer with strong Export Control experience to join a leading engineering and defence technology organisation.
This is a hands-on role focused on UK export licensing, ITAR/EAR compliance, customs regulations, and regulatory interface. You will act as the subject matter expert for export control matters across Engineering, Projects, Sales and Operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit UK export licence applications (OGEL, OIEL, SIEL, F680)
- Manage SPIRE / LITE administration and ECJU liaison
- Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, ECCN classification and DDTC requirements
- Conduct Denied Party Screening and sanctions checks (OFAC)
- Support internal and external export control audits
- Advise on customs regimes (IPR, OPR, PCC) and HS classification
- Deliver export control training across the business
- Draft voluntary disclosures where required
Requirements
- Proven experience in Export Control / Trade Compliance
- Strong knowledge of UK Export Licensing and ECJU processes
- Practical ITAR and EAR experience
- ECCN classification expertise
- Defence, aerospace or controlled technology background
- Experience preparing complex licence applications
This role would suit a Trade Compliance Specialist, Export Control Officer, Export Compliance Officer or International Trade Compliance professional seeking ownership and regulatory exposure within a technically advanced environment.
Apply now if you have hands-on export licensing experience within defence or aerospace and are looking to take full operational ownership of trade compliance activities.
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