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About the Role  Imagine this. Every international shipment, technology transfer, and defense program depends on obtaining the right export authorizations at the right time. As Trade Compliance Manager , you will become the central point of ownership for export licensing across Destinus, ensuring critical programs keep moving while remaining fully compliant with Dutch, European, and international export control regulations.  At  Destinus , we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.  Working closely with Engineering, Program Management, Legal, Operations, external legal advisors, and the Dutch authorities, you will coordinate the complete export licensing lifecycle. You will provide visibility on every application, anticipate risks before they become delays, and ensure our teams have the approvals they need to execute complex international defense projects.  What You’ll Do Own the end-to-end trade compliance and export licensing processes for Destinus operations globally   Act as the primary point of contact for all export control and licensing matters across the business   Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders including Engineering, Program Management, Procurement, Operations and Legal to collect all required technical and commercial information   Work directly with external legal counsel specializing in Dutch export controls to prepare and submit licensing applications   Maintain regular communication with the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other competent authorities throughout the application process   Track the status of every export license application and proactively drive progress to avoid unnecessary delays   Negotiate, clarify and respond to requests for additional information from government authorities   Advise project teams on export control requirements during the planning and execution of international programs   Assess products, technologies and destinations to determine applicable export control requirements   Maintain accurate records of export authorizations, compliance documentation and licensing obligations   Develop and continuously improve internal trade compliance processes, documentation and governance   Support business expansion into new international markets by identifying export compliance requirements early in the project lifecycle   Promote awareness of export control regulations across the organization and support internal compliance initiatives   Requirements What You’ll Need Bachelor's degree in law, International Trade, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field   Experience managing export licenses, export controls or international trade compliance within aerospace, defense or another highly regulated industry   Strong understanding of Dutch, EU and US export control regulations (dual-use and military)  Experience coordinating with government authorities and external legal advisors   Excellent project management and stakeholder coordination skills   Ability to gather technical a