Trade Control Specialist

Boeing; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Competitive remuneration and incentive

Discounts for health insurance, travel

Salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing benefits

Cutting edge projects

Job summary

Boeing Australia is seeking a Trade Control Specialist to join the Global Trade Controls team in Brisbane or Adelaide in a hybrid capacity. You will interpret export and import controls across AU, US, EU and NZ, providing guidance to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

You will work with cross-functional partners across security, supply chain, engineering and programs, prepare permit applications, maintain records, and support governance and training initiatives, with career development and

Qualifications

• Experience with export controls, sanctions, or related regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with Australian Defence Trade Controls, ITAR and EAR.
• Experience interpreting TAAs for defence services and data handling.
• Experience drafting DEC permit applications and regulatory interactions.
• Effective communication and cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
• Australian Citizenship required for defence security.

Responsibilities

• Interpret export/import control requirements for AU, US, EU and NZ and advise compliance.
• Implement internal controls for trade control processes and provide guidance.
• Prepare and submit Defence Export Control permit applications and manage interactions.
• Maintain accurate trade control records and training material.
• Advise programs on classifications, transfer controls and data handling.
• Collaborate with security, supply chain, engineering and program management.
• Participate in governance, training delivery and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Act as liaison between Boeing and customers/suppliers on trade controls.
• Assess Direct Commercial Sale and Foreign Military Sale procurement implications.
• Assist with planning export licensing for contracted activities.

Skills

Export controls

Sanctions

Regulatory frameworks

Cross-functional communication

Priority management

Defence security requirements

Education

Business, Commerce or Law

Job description

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

We are seeking a Trade Control Specialist to join the Boeing Australia Global Trade Controls team in Brisbane or Adelaide in a hybrid capacity.

Global Trade Controls is a strategic business partner that enables Boeing’s growth by providing guidance on complex export, import and sanctions requirements. Our team collaborates with program and business stakeholders to solve problems, offer innovative solutions, and shape regulatory policies that support Boeing’s long-term objectives while fostering a strong culture of compliance and risk mitigation across the enterprise.

Work alongside a diverse team of highly skilled Boeing and industry experts.

Access career development, ongoing training, and growth opportunities within Boeing Australia.

About the Role

• Interpret various jurisdictions (in particular Australian, U.S., EU and New Zealand) export and import controls, sanctions and related regulations and provide guidance on the application of, and adherence to, requirements.
• Implement internal controls for trade control compliance, direct trade control activity, and provide guidance regarding incorporating trade control requirements into business and program(s) processes and procedures;
• Prepare and submit Defence Export Control (DEC) permit applications and manage regulatory authority interactions;
• Maintain accurate trade control authorisation records and training material;
• Advise program(s) on export classifications, transfer controls, technical data handling, and compliance strategies and mitigations;
• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (security, supply chain, engineering, program management);
• Participate in internal governance, training delivery, and continuous-improvement initiatives to strengthen Trade Controls processes;
• Act as a liaison between Boeing and customers and suppliers for trade control-related matters;
• Analyse applicability of trade control requirements relating to both Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) procurement methods;
• Assist with planning of export licensing requirements for contracted activities and potential future activities.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Practical experience with export controls, sanctions, or related regulatory frameworks;
• Experience with Australian Defence Trade Controls, US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and US Export Administration Regulations (EAR);
• Experience interpreting requirements of Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) with regards to the provision of defence services and management of technical data;
• Experience drafting Defence Export Control (DEC) permit applications and managing regulatory authority interactions;
• Effective communication skills and experience engaging cross-functional stakeholders;
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to provide clear, practical advice;
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law or related disciplines;
• Prior experience supporting defence or aerospace programs / platforms;
• Familiarity with Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) procurement paths.

About Us

Boeing Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for both the defence, space and commercial aircraft manufacturing.

In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.

We're also committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

• Cutting edge projects
• Flexible working options
• Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available
• Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Salary packaging options
• Health and wellbeing benefits

Here what our employees have to say about working at Boeing:

https://www.boeing.com.au/

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 21, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.