Trade Control Specialist

About the role

The Trade Control Specialist will join Boeing Australia’s Global Trade Controls team, providing guidance on export, import and sanctions requirements across multiple jurisdictions. The role supports both defence and commercial programmes in a hybrid work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret Australian, U.S., EU and New Zealand export/import controls, sanctions and related regulations and advise stakeholders on compliance.
• Prepare and submit Defence Export Control (DEC) permit applications and manage interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Implement internal controls, maintain trade‑control authorisation records and develop training material.
• Advise programmes on export classifications, transfer controls, technical data handling and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with security, supply‑chain, engineering and programme management teams to embed trade‑control requirements.

Required profile

• Practical experience with export controls, sanctions or related regulatory frameworks.
• Australian citizenship to meet defence security requirements.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Experience with Australian Defence Trade Controls, U.S. ITAR and U.S. EAR.
• Knowledge of Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) and defence services provision.
• Proficiency in drafting DEC permit applications and liaising with authorities.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible working options and hybrid work model.
• Career development, training and growth opportunities within Boeing Australia.
• Health, wellbeing and insurance discounts, salary packaging and travel benefits.