Senior Trade Compliance Expert, Export Control (m/f/d)

The role

You will serve as the designated Export Control Officer and lead the trade compliance function. You will manage export controls, licensing, sanctions, customs, and the Internal Compliance Program for autonomous ground systems.

What you will do

• Act as the designated Export Control Officer and own compliance strategy
• Design, implement, and evolve the Internal Compliance Program (ICP)
• Manage export and transfer licenses across German, EU, and U.S. regulations
• Hold final compliance release for hardware, software, or technology shipments
• Oversee sanctions, embargo, and restricted-party screening
• Define standards for tariff classification, origin, and documentation
• Classify hardware, software, and technology under various regulatory lists
• Assess requirements under the War Weapons Control Act and international import certificates
• Plan and run internal risk assessments and audits
• Advise and educate teams on compliance impact and build company-wide awareness

Required qualifications

• Background in law, legal and regulatory compliance, international trade, customs, international relations, or a comparable regulated field
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in export control or trade compliance
• Substantial exposure to the defense sector, including war weapons, armaments, and dual-use goods
• Formal qualification to act as an Export Control Officer
• Proven autonomy in managing complex BAFA license applications
• Deep knowledge of German foreign trade law (AWG/AWV), the War Weapons Control Act (KrWaffKontrG), the EU Dual-Use Regulation, and EU sanctions law
• Practical experience building or managing an Internal Compliance Program, running audits, and working with regulatory authorities
• Strong grasp of complex technical products
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in German and English
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the defense sector

Nice to have

• Additional certifications in customs or sanctions
• Familiarity with U.S. (re-)export controls (ITAR/EAR)
• Familiarity with international government-to-government (G2G) or NATO programs
• Familiarity with Ukraine-related export topics
• Experience in a fast-paced software, robotics, or deep-tech environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including a bonus opportunity
• 27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days
• Employer-supported pension contribution
• Learning & development support and team events budget
• Employee discounts and flexible benefits budget via Probonio
• Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs
• Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi-annual development conversations
• Referral bonus program
• Dog-friendly office
• Relocation support where applicable

Before you apply

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the defense sector

About the company

ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. They develop systems to assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders.