Senior Export Control Compliance Lead - UK/Aerospace

Airbus; Broughton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited is seeking an Export Control Compliance Manager to lead UK/EU/US export control across our sites, including Broughton. You will develop and implement compliance programs, train staff, and liaise with government agencies to manage licences and regulatory reporting.

Ideal candidates have multinational experience advising on sanctions and export controls, with strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on international trade, sanctions and export control.
• Knowledge of UK, EU and US export control regimes.
• French and/or German export control knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Request, manage, and ensure strict compliance for export licences and approvals under UK, EU, and US regimes.
• Represent Airbus with government agencies and cross-functional teams to drive compliant approaches.
• Oversee audits and implement recommendations, supporting subsidiaries with export obligations.
• Advise internal teams, suppliers and service providers on export control matters and authorisations.
• Develop and deliver targeted export control training across the UK and raise awareness of risks.
• Improve processes and deploy automation to meet regulatory requirements and Airbus directives.

Skills

Export control experience

UK export regime knowledge

French/German export controls

Job description

Airbus Operations Limited is seeking an Export Control Compliance Manager to lead UK/EU/US export control across our sites, including Broughton. You will develop and implement compliance programs, train staff, and liaise with government agencies to manage licences and regulatory reporting.

Ideal candidates have multinational experience advising on sanctions and export controls, with strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced aerospace environment.