Senior Trade Compliance Manager

About the Company

HEO is the world’s first commercial non-Earth imaging (NEI) and insights services company. Our technology helps governments and commercial companies to visually monitor their spacecraft and other space objects. We are a post Series-A company backed by high profile venture funds including Airtree, Y Combinator and In-Q-Tel.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Trade Compliance Plan and drive implementation across the business
• Stand up core compliance infrastructure including screening registers, export logging, and training programs
• Embed compliant processes into day-to-day workflows across ops, HR, procurement, and engineering
• Hold the Technology Control Manager (TCM) role with legal accountability for export compliance (DSGL, ITAR, EAR, and AUKUS)
• Manage Export Authorisations end-to-end, including applications, renewals, and correspondence
• Run Denied Party Screening and personnel screening for hires, visitors, and suppliers
• Oversee receipt and transfer of controlled technology and international shipment compliance
• Manage incident reporting, Voluntary Disclosure processes, and internal audits
• Monitor regulatory changes across Australia, the US, and the UK

Requirements

• Australian citizenship (required)
• 7+ years of hands-on export controls experience in aerospace, defence, or space
• Demonstrated experience with DTCA, DSGL, and the MADE Portal
• Proven ability to build and run a compliance program from scratch
• Strong communication skills to translate complex regulatory requirements
• Awareness of the AUKUS framework
• Relevant degree in Law, International Relations, Business, or Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• ITAR experience including licensing (DSP-5, TAA, MLA) and USML classification
• Background in space, satellite, or defence technology
• Experience serving as a Designated Compliance Officer or Lead