Trade Control Specialist

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
We are seeking a talented Trade Control Specialist to join the Boeing Australia Global Trade Controls team supporting the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Program in Brisbane.
Global Trade Controls is a strategic business partner that enables Boeing's growth by providing guidance on complex export, import and sanctions requirements. Our team collaborates with program and business stakeholders to solve problems, offer innovative solutions, and shape regulatory policies that support Boeing's long-term objectives while fostering a strong culture of compliance and risk mitigation across the enterprise.
Why this role is exciting:

• Contribute to a once-in-a-generation program: the MQ-28 is an innovative collaborative combat aircraft reshaping the future of airpower.
• Support the MQ-28 Program to maintain compliance with import and export requirements across multiple jurisdictions, including Australia, the U.S., and Europe.
• Influence and shape internal processes that enable tactical execution of export strategy for international marketing activities.
• Work alongside a diverse team of highly skilled Boeing and industry experts.
• Access career development, ongoing training, and growth opportunities within Boeing Australia.

About the Role:

• Interpret U.S., Australian and European export and import controls, sanctions and related regulations applicable to the MQ-28 Program and provide guidance on the application of, and adherence to, the requirements.
• Implement internal controls for trade control compliance, direct trade control activity, and provide guidance to Boeing MQ-28 Program regarding incorporating trade control requirements into program processes and procedures;
• Prepare and submit Defence Export Control (DEC) permit applications and manage regulatory authority interactions;
• Maintain accurate trade control authorisation records and training material;
• Advise MQ-28 program on export classifications, transfer controls, technical data handling, and compliance strategies and mitigations;
• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (security, supply chain, engineering, program management);
• Participate in internal governance, training delivery, and continuous-improvement initiatives to strengthen Trade Controls processes;
• Act as a liaison between Boeing and customers and suppliers for trade control-related matters;
• Analyse applicability of trade control requirements relating to both DCS and FMS procurement methods;
• Assist with planning of export licensing requirements for contracted activities and potential future activities.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Practical experience with export controls, sanctions, or related regulatory frameworks;
• Experience with Australian Defence Trade Controls, US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and US Export Administration Regulations (EAR);
• Experience drafting Defence Export Control (DEC) permit applications and managing regulatory authority interactions;
• Effective communication skills and experience engaging cross-functional stakeholders;
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to provide clear, practical advice;
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law or related disciplines.
• Prior experience on defence or aerospace programs and familiarity with DCS and FMS procurement paths.

About Us
Boeing Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for both the defence, space and commercial aircraft manufacturing.
In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.
We're also committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits

• Cutting edge projects

• Flexible working options

• Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available

• Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation

• Salary packaging options

• Health and wellbeing benefits

Here what our employees have to say about working at Boeing:
https://www.boeing.com.au/
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 01, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.