Senior Logistics & Export Control Manager

About Us

Greenjets is an innovative engineering company developing high-performance propulsion systems for the aviation market. Our work spans research and development, engine production, aircraft systems, technical integration and flight testing. We are committed to delivering high-grade engineering and best-in-class propulsion for unmanned aircraft.

We do things differently. We move fast, we experiment and we adopt technologies that push beyond the current state of the art. Our aim is to go further, faster and more efficiently, while keeping costs competitive.

All our propulsion systems are designed, developed and manufactured in the UK. We focus on high quality, reliable and cost effective products supported by a robust, secure and ethical supply chain.

About the Job

We are looking for a Logistics & Export Control Manager to own Greenjets' export compliance framework and ensure our international shipments meet all applicable regulatory, customs, and trade control requirements.

This is a high-impact role at the intersection of operations, regulation, and international delivery. You will act as the company's internal authority on export controls; embedding compliant processes now that will scale as production volumes ramp significantly over the coming years.

Alongside export governance, you will also oversee day-to-day outbound shipping execution, ensuring goods move efficiently and securely through global supply channels.

What You'll Do Export Control Leadership & Regulatory Governance

• Serve as Greenjets' internal subject matter expert on UK export controls, international trade compliance, and sanctions regimes.
• Own end-to-end compliance for the export of controlled or sensitive goods, technology, and technical documentation.
• Determine licensing requirements and manage export licence applications where relevant.
• Establish and maintain a robust internal export compliance programme, including policies, controls, and audit-ready documentation.
• Ensure adherence to customs and border regulations across destination markets, including complex regulatory environments.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to assess classification, control status, and compliance risk early in the design-to-shipment cycle.

Customs, Documentation & Trade Compliance

• Oversee accurate customs classification, valuation, origin rules, and Incoterms application.
• Ensure correct preparation and governance of all export documentation, including commercial invoices, export declarations, Certificates of Origin, and shipping paperwork.
• Maintain oversight of duties, VAT treatment, broker interface, and international taxation considerations.
• Monitor regulatory changes globally and proactively adapt Greenjets' compliance approach as needed.

Outbound Logistics Oversight

• Manage end-to-end outbound shipments from UK manufacturing through to international delivery.
• Coordinate freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics partners to ensure compliant and on-time execution.
• Resolve shipment holds, customs delays, and documentation issues with urgency and precision.
• Support a low-to-medium shipment volume environment, with strong focus on scalability.

Building Scalable Systems & Controls

• Design processes and systems that can scale with increased production and expanding international operations.
• Implement repeatable workflows for export sign-off, licence checks, restricted party screening, and document control.
• Build compliance training and awareness across relevant internal stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in export governance, risk reduction, and operational efficiency.

Desirable Qualifications, Experience & Attributes

• Significant experience in export controls, trade compliance, or international shipping governance.
• Deep working knowledge of UK export control legislation, licensing frameworks, and sanctions compliance.
• Strong expertise in customs documentation, classification, VAT/duties, and cross-border regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build and own an export compliance programme in a scaling organisation.
• Confidence operating in regulated, high-accountability environments.
• Background in aerospace, defence, advanced manufacturing, or other controlled/hardware-heavy sectors.
• Experience exporting sensitive technologies, dual-use items, or highly regulated products.
• Familiarity with compliance systems, ERP tools, or trade management platforms.
• Exposure to fast-growth production ramps and international expansion.