Head of Logistics & Freight Forwarding

ICEYE; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE, a leading space-based ISR company, is seeking a Head of Logistics & Freight Forwarding to scale our global logistics and trade compliance capabilities from Espoo, Finland. You’ll oversee the secure movement of satellites, components, and controlled technologies, partnering with cross-border teams to ensure compliance and efficiency.

You will drive the strategy across regions, lead governance on EAR/ITAR and EU frameworks, and manage key logistics partners while mitigating risk in a highly

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in global logistics, freight forwarding, and trade compliance.
• Experience in aerospace/defense or similarly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of EAR/ITAR and international trade controls.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop ICEYE's global logistics and freight forwarding strategy across regions and sites.
• Ensure secure, compliant, and cost-efficient transport of satellites and components.
• Lead trade compliance governance across EAR, ITAR, EU frameworks and dual-use regulations.
• Manage logistics partners, customs brokers, and regulatory stakeholders while driving risk mitigation.

Skills

Global logistics

Freight forwarding

Trade compliance

Aerospace

Regulations knowledge

Job description

Role highlights:

• Head of Logistics & Freight Forwarding




• Location: Espoo, Finland




• Department: Global Supply Chain & Logistics




• Reports to: Global Director Supply Chain & Logistics




• Employment type: Permanent




• Workplace model: Office




• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters:

As a Head of Logistics & Freight Forwarding, you’ll lead and scale ICEYE’s global logistics and trade compliance capabilities, ensuring the secure, compliant, and efficient movement of satellites, components, and controlled technologies worldwide. Your work enables the reliable deployment of ICEYE’s SAR constellation and directly supports mission-critical Earth observation capabilities for defense, security, and commercial applications.

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy, day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring including oil-spill detection, and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.

ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Own and develop ICEYE’s global logistics and freight forwarding strategy across multiple regions and sites




• Ensure secure, compliant, and cost-efficient transportation of satellites, components, and controlled technologies




• Lead trade compliance governance across EAR, ITAR, EU frameworks, and dual-use regulations




• Manage logistics partners, customs brokers, and regulatory stakeholders while driving operational excellence and risk mitigation

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• Strong experience in global logistics, freight forwarding, and trade compliance within aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries




• Deep knowledge of export control regulations including EAR, ITAR, and EU frameworks




• Proven leadership experience managing complex international logistics operations and cross-border projects




• Hands-on expertise in handling sensitive, high-value, or controlled technologies with strong risk management capabilities

Nice to haves:

• Experience with EU and Finnish customs procedures and regulatory environments




• Background in satellite or aerospace logistics and global shipment execution




• Professional certifications in supply chain, logistics, or trade compliance (e.g., AEO, APICS, Six Sigma)

Application Process

• Talent Acquisition Interview




• Hiring Manager Interview




• Assignment Task




• Technical Review Interview

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.




• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.




• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.




• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.




• Have fun: What we do matters, and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us and we will do our best to help.