Global Trade Compliance Specialist (R4248)
Shield AI
Compliance / Regulatory
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Posted on Dec 20, 2025
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
As a Global Trade Compliance Specialist, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner across our global operations — supporting business units, engineering teams, and program managers to navigate complex regulatory frameworks. You will implement and maintain Shield AI’s global trade compliance program, with a focus on Australian, U.S., and allied nation export controls.
What you'll do:
- Provide expert guidance on export and import requirements under Australian, U.S., and international trade control laws (including ITAR, EAR, and Australian Defence Export Controls).
- Manage export and import authorizations, including license applications, permit tracking, and recordkeeping.
- Review technology transfers, technical data, and project scopes to determine export control jurisdiction and classification.
- Partner with engineering, supply chain, legal, and program management to integrate trade compliance into design, production, and delivery processes.
- Conduct trade compliance risk assessments, internal audits, and investigations; support remediation and continuous improvement.
- Deliver training and awareness programs to internal teams on export control obligations and compliance best practices.
- Serve as liaison with government agencies, customers, suppliers, and external compliance service providers.
- Monitor regulatory and policy developments across key jurisdictions and provide actionable guidance to business leadership.
- Support the development and execution of Shield AI’s global trade compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
- DISP Compliance & Governance
- Assist in implementing and maintaining the Shield AI DISP-aligned Security Management System.
- Support preparation of documentation for audits, assurance activities, and Defence engagement.
- Support internal reviews and risk assessments against DISP requirements and Defence security guidance.
- Help prepare security reports, briefings, and policy updates for senior management related to DISP compliance.
- Collaborate with IT/cyber teams to document compliance evidence and ensure policies align with DISP expectations.
- Record security incidents, near misses, and breaches in accordance with Defence and internal reporting requirements.
- Support the AU Chief Security Officer and US-based Global Head of Security in coordinating incident responses and preparing post-incident reports for DISP reporting.
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, International Trade, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs, or export control within aerospace, defense, or advanced technology industries.
- Strong working knowledge of Australian export control regulations, and familiarity with U.S. ITAR/EAR frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience managing trade authorizations, classifying goods and technologies, and developing compliance programs.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Australian citizenship and eligibility to obtain a Baseline Defence Security Clearance.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience liaising with Australian Government departments (e.g. Defence, DFAT, or Home Affairs)
- Experience supporting programs involving defense technologies, dual-use items, or autonomous systems.
- Exposure to compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions (Australia, U.S., EU, APAC).
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Certified Export Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist, or equivalent).
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