Export Control and Security Lead

Filtronic

. Act as Filtronic’s Security Controller .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSedgefield • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in export control, security governance, and compliance within regulated environments, with a strong focus on UK export control requirements and international regimes such as ITAR and EAR. Capable of developing policies, managing security clearance processes, and effectively communicating complex compliance requirements across various functions.

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Export Control ManagementSecurity GovernanceCompliance AuditsUK Export Control KnowledgeRegulatory Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Export LicensingSecurity Clearance ProcessesCompliance Policy DevelopmentControlled Goods ManagementRisk IdentificationTechnical DiscussionsRegulatory Audit PreparationEnd-Use Requirements UnderstandingContinuous Improvement ProcessesAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingSolutions-Focused Approach

Industry Keywords

Facility Security ClearanceIndustry Personnel Security AssuranceMinistry of DefenceISACDual-Use GoodsMilitary GoodsEU Export Control RegimesUS Export Control RegimesCompliance EvidenceGovernment Regulatory Bodies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Filtronic’s Security Controller
Own security governance and ensure ongoing compliance of Facility Security Clearance (FSC) and Industry Personnel Security Assurance (IPSA) approvals
Maintain relationships with the Ministry of Defence, ISAC, and relevant government, regulatory and industry bodies
Lead the export control and security compliance framework
Identify, manage and export controlled, military and dual-use goods, software and technology
Oversee export licences, licence conditions, records, controlled goods and technology transfers, customer end-use and destination risks, and compliance evidence
Develop and maintain security, export control and compliance policies, procedures and guidance
Prepare for and support regulatory audits and assurance activities, including UK Export Control Joint Unit and Ministry of Defence reviews
Promote security and export control awareness across Engineering, Commercial, Programmes, Procurement, Operations, IT and Supply Chain
Develop and maintain appropriate control plans
Drive continuous improvement in processes, facilities, systems and controls
Maintain awareness of EU and US export control regimes, including ITAR and EAR principles, supporting bids, customer engagement, technical discussions and commercial decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced professional in export control, security, compliance or a closely related regulated environment
Ideally worked within a technology-led, engineering, defence or manufacturing organisation
Experience working in export control, security, compliance or a related regulated environment
Knowledge of UK export control requirements and management of controlled, military and dual-use goods, software and technology
Experience managing or supporting security clearance processes and associated governance arrangements
Experience working with government departments, regulators or industry bodies
Understanding of export licensing, licence conditions, end-use requirements and destination considerations
Awareness of international export control regimes, including ITAR and EAR principles
Experience preparing for or supporting audits, inspections and assurance activities
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail
Ability to communicate complex requirements clearly and effectively across different functions
Proactive, solutions-focused approach to identifying risks, improving processes and maintaining compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary benchmarked to attract the strongest candidates
37.5 hour working week
25 days’ holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution
Life Assurance
Income Protection Insurance
Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Volunteering day
Learning and development opportunities
Hybrid working available
Relocation assistance is available, if required