Shield AI
Shield AI
Shield AI develops artificial intelligence systems for aerospace and defense applications. Its Hivemind platform supports autonomous mission capabilities, including intelligent drone operation, surveillance, and battlefield awareness. Founded in 2015, the company brings together expertise in AI, aerospace, and defense to build technologies intended to help protect service members and civilians.

Trade Compliance Manager, UK & Europe (Hybrid)

Lead export compliance across the UK and Europe for Shield AI, a defense technology company developing autonomous systems and aircraft. Own licensing, product classification, regulatory coordination, and scalable compliance processes.

Description

  • Lead regional trade compliance for the UK and Europe
  • Serve as the primary UK compliance contact while supporting trade compliance activities across European operations
  • Prepare, submit, manage, and review UK export authorizations through SPIRE, including SIELs, OIELs, and OGELs
  • Support European export licensing activities when required
  • Classify products, software, and technical data against the UK Strategic Export Control Lists
  • Advise on European export controls, including intra-EU transfers and relevant member-state regulations
  • Work with engineering teams to assess system functionality, data flows, and technical specifications for classification and licensing decisions
  • Create and maintain classification and licensing records, including documented rationales and audit-ready evidence
  • Guide UK and European business teams on export control obligations, restrictions, and compliance approaches
  • Operate trade compliance controls covering visitor access, international travel, and restricted-party screening
  • Verify that export authorizations meet UK government, applicable European authority, and internal policy requirements
  • Track regulatory changes affecting UK and European export controls
  • Develop and enhance scalable internal tools and processes for classification and licensing workflows
  • Counsel senior leaders on trade compliance and promote consistent regional practices

Requirements

  • At least five years of trade compliance, customs, or export control experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced technology
  • Practical experience with UK export controls and/or US ITAR and EAR frameworks, including classification and licensing
  • Background managing export authorizations and working with bodies such as the UK Export Control Joint Unit, EU member-state authorities, or the US State and Commerce Departments
  • Strong command of export classification methods, jurisdiction assessments, and licensing workflows
  • Knowledge of European export control systems and cross-border transfer requirements
  • Experience partnering with engineering and program teams to convert technical information into compliant classifications and supporting documentation
  • Bachelor’s degree in law, business, international trade, supply chain management, or a related discipline
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Professional credentials such as Certified Export Specialist or Certified Customs Specialist are preferred

Benefits

  • A comprehensive total rewards package based on the employee’s country office
  • Compensation and benefits information is provided by the talent acquisition partner

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