Trade Controls Leader - ITAR/EAR Compliance

Boeing Riv Site; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insitu Pacific is seeking an experienced Trade Controls Specialist to implement, monitor, and assure trade control requirements across ITAR/EAR regimes and Australian export/import laws. You will mitigate compliance risk, support business objectives, and ensure adherence to regulation and standards.

The role involves engaging with US exporters, updating policies, coordinating with supply chain and brokers, and conducting audits and training to maintain a robust compliance program.

Qualifications

• Expertise in ITAR/EAR and Australian export/import regulations.
• Experience with approvals through the US State Department and Australian Defence Export Control Office.
• Understanding of customs requirements, import/export procedures and brokers.
• Experience conducting internal audits, health checks and compliance assurance.
• Ability to interpret contractual and legislative terms.
• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate training on complex topics.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in trade controls.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and communicate trade compliance implications for bids, programs, and transactions.
• Liaise with US exporters and related bodies to generate and manage licences and authorisations.
• Develop, update, and improve trade control policies and guidance across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Customs Brokers and freight forwarders for compliance.
• Manage relationships with import brokers and ensure performance and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee corrective actions for compliance gaps and conduct self-assessments and audits.
• Maintain trade compliance dashboard and risk register; log and secure license records.
• Coordinate and support ITAR/EAR verifications and training of staff and brokers.

Skills

Trade compliance

ITAR/EAR knowledge

Australian export rules

Audits & health checks

Training delivery

Education

Business/Law/Commerce degree

Job description

Insitu Pacific is seeking an experienced Trade Controls Specialist to implement, monitor, and assure trade control requirements across ITAR/EAR regimes and Australian export/import laws. You will mitigate compliance risk, support business objectives, and ensure adherence to regulation and standards.

The role involves engaging with US exporters, updating policies, coordinating with supply chain and brokers, and conducting audits and training to maintain a robust compliance program.