Export Controls Officer: Ssn Aukus Build Program

976283
- Osborne
- Legal
- Full time
- Closing on: Aug 12 2025

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines - the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

**About the Opportunity**

This is a rare opportunity to join the SSN AUKUS Build Program as an **Export Controls Officer**, supporting the establishment of the Australian Shipbuilder joint venture between ASC and BAE Systems. You’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with export control laws, managing controlled technology risks, and enabling strategic business and project outcomes in a highly regulated environment.

**Responsibilities**
- Ensure compliance with export control regulations; manage export licenses and agreements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and report on compliance status.
- Develop and deliver export control training programs to raise awareness.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide expert advice and ensure compliance.
- Please note: Availability for collaboration calls outside normal working hours (UK timezone) is required. Periodic domestic and international travel may also be required on an ad hoc basis._

**About You**
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in managing domestic and foreign export control laws or similar compliance roles.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work autonomously and influence across the business.
- Commercial acumen and strategic problem-solving capability.
- Eligible for NV1 Defence Security Clearance and full access to Controlled Technology.
- Desirable:_
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or discipline.
- Experience within the Defence industry.

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

**Benefits**
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
- Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

**About ASC**

ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.