Assistant Export Control Manager (DSC/TE/20218)

ST Engineering Advanced Networks & Sensors Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology and engineering company in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Export Control Manager. The role involves managing import/export governance and ensuring compliance with regulations, including the Singapore Customs Act and U.S. Export Control Regulations. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in export controls, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. This position offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits

Collaborative workplace

Opportunities for meaningful work

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of work experience in governance and export controls.
• Knowledge of the Singapore Strategic Good (Control) Act required.
• Experience with U.S. Export Control Regulations is a plus.
• Experience in defence or regulated tech industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage import/export policies and ensure compliance.
• Provide support for end-user undertakings.
• Maintain knowledge of international trade laws.
• Oversee regulatory compliance matters.
• Prepare accurate import/export documentation.
• Plan training seminars on export compliance.

Skills

Governance

Export controls

Stakeholder management

Oral and written communication

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Job description

About ST Engineering

ST Engineering is a global technology, defence, and engineering group with offices across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. The Group uses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives through its diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defence, and public security segments. Headquartered in Singapore, ST Engineering ranks among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange.

Our history spans more than 50 years, and our strategy is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Value Creation, Courage, Commitment and Compassion. These 5 core values guide every aspect of our business and are embedded in our ST Engineering culture – from the people we hire, to working with each other, to our partners and customers.

About our Line of Business – Advanced Networks & Sensors

Our Advanced Networks & Sensors business specializes in platform digitalization, advanced connectivity, and cutting‑edge manufacturing. This diversity of capabilities presents a range of roles through which you can contribute to the development of innovative, secure, and patented products. Join our team and play a crucial role in developing tomorrow’s technology and connectivity solutions and services to sectors spanning defence, public security, government, and the commercial realm. Your work will have a global impact as we empower customers through advanced communications, intelligent sensors, and the deployment of AI‑enabled Edge applications for mission‑critical roles.

Together, We Can Make A Significant Impact

The Assistant Export Control Manager will report to the Lead, Risk & Governance. You will support and drive the governance of defence exports and technology policies, in accordance with the Singapore Customs Act, Regulations of Imports and Export Act, Strategic Goods (Control) Act and international export control regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for evaluating exported/imported systems and technologies to assess transfer implications, with consideration of evolving strategic developments and non‑proliferation regulations. Additionally, this role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external agencies and ensuring adherence to all import/export requirements under current export control legislation.

Be Part of Our Success

• Manage and monitor import/export policies, procedures and best practices to ensure compliance with import/export requirements, in accordance with Singapore Customs Act and in particular, U.S. Export Control Regulations

• Provide support and address queries related to end‑user undertakings

• Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of local and international trade laws and regulations, including customs regulations, trade restrictions, and export controls

• Oversee and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on regulatory changes and compliance matters, such as adherence to the provisos or license conditions for export activities, international visitors’ clearance and participation in international exhibitions

• Develop and establish best practices for clear oversight of all export‑controlled items, with accurate documentation of their acquisition, use and disposal

• Responsible for preparing accurate and regulation‑compliant import/export documentation and maintaining comprehensive records to facilitate internal audits and inspections by regulatory bodies

• Plan, organize and support export compliance training seminars and other initiatives

Qualities We Value

• At least 5 years’ work experience in governance and export controls

• Proven work experience and knowledge of the Singapore Strategic Good (Control) Act required

• Experience and knowledge of U.S. Export Control Regulations (ITAR, EAR, etc.) would be a plus

• Experience related to defence, military or highly regulated tech industries preferred

• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities

• Ability to navigate independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills; with the ability to anticipate challenges and proactively develop effective solutions

• Working location is in Jurong East / Ang Mo Kio

• Singaporeans Only

Our Commitment That Goes Beyond the Norm

• An environment where you will be working on cutting‑edge technologies and architectures.

• Safe space where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone’s unique contributions are celebrated.

• Meaningful work and projects that make a difference in people’s lives.

• A fun, passionate and collaborative workplace.

• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.