Export Control & Customs Compliance Specialist (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies:
TYTAN is a young deep-tech defense startup on a mission to restore the economics of air defense through scalable, cost-effective, AI-powered systems. Our autonomous counter-drone solutions are designed to protect people and critical infrastructure. We are an international team of ambitious engineers combining expertise in autonomous systems and UAV design.

We are looking for an Export Control & Customs Compliance Specialist to ensure full compliance with export control, customs, and trade regulations across our operations. The role works closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Production, and Engineering, while owning all export control and customs compliance topics within the Operations team, specifically related to the production and international movement of KWL-controlled goods.

You will act as the subject matter expert for both export control and customs, ensuring compliant classification, licensing, customs processes, and documentation across the entire operational value chain.

Your roadmap to make an impact:
Export Control & Trade Compliance

• Ensure compliance with German, EU, and international export control regulations, including AWG, AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, and applicable international regimes.
• Own export control topics for KWL-controlled goods, including classification, licensing, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Classify products, components, software, and technology (e.g. KWL, ECCN, HS) in cooperation with Engineering and Product Management.
• Determine licensing requirements, apply for and manage export licenses, and conduct embargo, sanctions, and restricted party screenings.

Customs & Import / Export Operations

• Ensure compliance with customs regulations for imports and exports, including tariff classification (HS), customs valuation, origin determination, and preference management.
• Coordinate customs processes with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and authorities.
• Review and approve customs documentations and manage customs-related authorizations and procedures (e.g. simplified procedures, AEO where applicable).
• Support duty optimization and risk mitigation initiatives in close coordination with Supply Chain and Finance.

Operations & Supply Chain Collaboration

• Work closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Procurement to ensure compliant sourcing, production planning, and shipment execution.
• Advise Operations on compliance implications for manufacturing, internal transfers, re-exports, and technology access.
• Support onboarding of new suppliers and logistics partners and ensure export control and customs requirements are embedded into operational workflows and ERP systems.

Process Ownership & Governance

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve export control and customs processes, SOPs, and work instructions within Operations.
• Maintain complete and audit-ready documentation, records, and prepare and support internal and external audits, and authority requests.
• Act as the main point of contact for export control and customs authorities and external advisors.

Training & Advisory

• Train and advise employees in Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics on export control and customs requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on different processes and act as escalation point and decision-maker for complex compliance cases.

Who you are:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a comparable qualification.
• 3+ years of experience in export control, customs, or trade compliance, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of German export control regulations (AWG, AWV, KWL) and customs law; EU Dual-Use Regulation required, US EAR/ITAR a plus.
• Experience with KWL-controlled goods and complex international supply chains.
• Hands-on experience with customs classification, valuation, origin, and broker coordination.
• High level of ownership, structured working style, and attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and compliance tools is an advantage.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken).

Why TYTAN?:
• A key compliance role at the intersection of Operations and Supply Chain.
• Opportunity to shape and mature export control and customs processes.
• Be the first to welcome the world into a deep-tech defense startup that is shaping the future of security.
• Work in a fast-paced, international team where your contributions truly matter and your impact is immediate.
• Participate in our success with stock options.
• Be part of something bigger in a mission driven company.
• Enjoy flexible working hours. 
• Access to EGYM Wellpass sports facilities. 
• All day coffee and snacks, team events, and a modern office in Munich.