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Trade Compliance Officer Export Control / ITAR / EAR Defence / Aerospace Sector We are seeking a Trade Compliance Officer with strong Export Control experience to join a leading engineering and defence technology organisation. This is a hands-on role focused on UK export licensing, ITAR/EAR compliance, customs regulations, and regulatory interface. You will act as the subject matter expert for export control matters across Engineering, Projects, Sales and Operations. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and submit UK export licence applications (OGEL, OIEL, SIEL, F680) Manage SPIRE / LITE administration and ECJU liaison Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, ECCN classification and DDTC requirements Conduct Denied Party Screening and sanctions checks (OFAC) Support internal and external export control audits Advise on customs regimes (IPR, OPR, PCC) and HS classification Deliver export control training across the business Draft voluntary disclosures where required Requirements: Proven experience in Export Control / Trade Compliance Strong knowledge of UK Export Licensing and ECJU processes Practical ITAR and EAR experience ECCN classification expertise Defence, aerospace or controlled technology background Experience preparing complex licence applications This role would suit a Trade Compliance Specialist, Export Control Officer, Export Compliance Officer or International Trade Compliance professional seeking ownership and regulatory exposure within a technically advanced environment. Apply now if you have hands-on export licensing experience within defence or aerospace and are looking to take full operational ownership of trade compliance activities. TPBN1_UKTJ