Export Control Officer (m/f/d) (Head of Export)

I.K.Hofmann - expertsPenzberg, Weilheim-SchongauEURESpublished 08/19/2026
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For our client, a leading technology company in the defense and security industry in Penzberg, we are looking for an Export Control Officer (m/f/d).

What awaits you?

  • Responsible for the internal as well as cross-location assurance of compliance with export control law regulations (DE/EU/US), the Kriegswaffenkontrollgesetz (KrWaffKontrG), and customs
  • Clarification, advice, and assessment of licensing matters in relation to export control
  • Responsible for license management, including application, administration, deadline tracking, amendment, extension, and monitoring of conditions for licenses and other official notices
  • Responsible for the assessment, release, and documentation of all business transactions in relation to export control law (DE/EU/US), the KrWaffKontrG, and customs
  • Cooperation and ensuring communication with all internal and external bodies involved in the licensing process, including the competent licensing authorities (e.g., BAFA, BMWE, BMVg etc.)
  • Preparation, support, and follow-up of authority audits (e.g., foreign trade audits)
  • Maintaining the Kriegswaffenbuch and monitoring inventory and proof records as well as the proper storage of war weapons
  • Monitoring export control-relevant legislation for updates and, if necessary, implementation of changed specifications
  • Further development and continuous optimization of existing processes, including the creation of guidelines and operating instructions
  • Conception and implementation of target-group-oriented training and other awareness-raising measures
  • Reporting to the Export Manager

What do you bring with you?

  • Completed studies in the field of foreign trade or customs law or comparable
  • Relevant specialist knowledge in the field of national and international export regulations, including Kriegswaffenkontrollgesetz and customs law
  • Many years of experience in the field of defense technology and good product knowledge
  • Goal-oriented and independent way of working as well as assertiveness
  • Experience in structuring processes
  • Quick comprehension and analytical thinking
  • Negotiation and communication skills
  • Business fluent English skills (spoken and written)
  • Willingness to travel

What do we offer you?

  • Above-tariff pay
  • Flexible working hours
  • Permanent employment contract
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Possibility of hybrid work
  • Opportunity for permanent employment by the client
  • Employee referral program
  • Christmas and vacation bonuses
  • Discounts via corporate benefits Germany GmbH
  • Job Rad
  • Personal support

Do you feel addressed? Then we look forward to receiving your meaningful application!

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