Customs - Import/Export Leader

GE Aerospace

Rivalta di Torino
Posted 3 Nov 2026

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Summary As the Customs & Import / Export Leader – you will play a critical role in enabling business performance and customer satisfaction by ensuring cross-border operations are compliant, efficient, and cost-effective in a highly regulated aerospace environment.

Provide strong leadership to the customs and trade compliance organization, developing talent, strengthening accountability, and promoting a culture of integrity and continuous improvement

About GE Aerospace

At Avio Aero, people power our progress.
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Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a culture of respect, where every individual is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

Responsibilities

You will help safeguard the company’s license to operate while enabling market access, protecting on-time delivery, and optimizing total landed cost across the global movement of parts, engines, components, and technical data.
As a senior subject matter expert and key decision-maker, you will work in close partnership with the Internal Trade Compliance (ITC) team to align governance, controls, and execution across customs, export controls, and sanctions compliance.
Essential Responsibilities Lead the customs and trade compliance strategy for Avio Aero import and export activities, ensuring alignment with business priorities, supply chain needs, and customer commitments
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across Operations, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Legal, helping balance compliance, risk management, and business continuity
Drive strategic initiatives such as AEO authorization, product classification programs, and the digital transformation of customs and trade compliance processes
Oversee end-to-end customs operations for aerospace goods, including raw materials, spare parts, LRUs, engines, modules, and tooling, across both inbound and outbound flows
Ensure robust customs governance through accurate tariff classification, customs valuation, origin determination, and complete supporting documentation
Anticipate and resolve customs holds, clearance issues, and operational disruptions to protect on-time delivery across MRO, production, and customer programs
Ensure compliance with applicable EU and international export control regulations, sanctions, and embargo requirements, including dual-use controls where relevant
Lead export control classification, licensing, screening, and end-use/end-user reviews for products, components, technologies, re-exports, and intangible technology transfers
Partner closely with Legal, Compliance, Security, Engineering, Program Management, and Internal Trade Compliance (ITC) to assess high-risk transactions and enable compliant business decisions
Lead or support internal and external audits, ensuring findings are addressed with timely and sustainable corrective actions
Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve customs and trade compliance processes across imports, exports, repairs, returns, and MRO flows
Enhance digitalization, data quality, and system integration across ERP platforms, broker interfaces, and screening tools to improve visibility, predictability, and efficiency
Establish and monitor key performance indicators
Promote trade compliance awareness by helping design and deliver practical training programs that strengthen organizational capability and reduce avoidable risk

Requirements

Qualifications Bachelor/Master’s degree in International Trade, Economics, Law, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
Additional postgraduate studies or professional certifications in Customs, Trade Compliance, or Export Control are considered a strong plus
Significant experience in customs, trade compliance, and import/export operations within a regulated industrial environment; aerospace or high-tech industry experience is preferred
Proven leadership experience, including team management and/or leading cross-functional compliance initiatives
Demonstrated expertise in export control and licensing for controlled goods and technologies, including classification and interaction with authorities and customs brokers
Strong knowledge of EU customs legislation, HS classification, customs valuation, origin rules, and special customs procedures relevant to aerospace operations.
Solid understanding of export controls, sanctions frameworks, and compliance governance
Strong analytical and reporting skills, including proficiency in Excel Fluent English, both written and spoken
Visa, in accordance with local regulations, is required

Preferred

High level of integrity, sound judgment, and strong risk awareness
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in fast-paced operational environments
Proactive, results-driven mindset with a clear focus on compliance, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement

Pay

Company car and fuel card Type of Contract: CCNL Dirigenti Industria Salary range for this role: 91,125.00 - 121,500.00 EUR + Performance-related bonuses
Compensation will be defined within the published salary range, reflecting the candidate’s experience, developed skills, and overall alignment with the role’s responsibilities.

Benefits

That’s why we invest in an environment where you can develop professionally, feel valued personally, and enjoy a healthy balance between work and life.
As part of the CCNL Dirigenti Industria framework, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support you and your family, including: Performance-related bonuses
Contributions to the employee pension plan in accordance with the CCNL Dirigenti Industria Life and accident insurance

Private complementary medical coverage

Sponsored canteen or meal vouchers where no canteen is available
Global wellbeing program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellbeing including
Recognition awards to celebrate service and achievements

Local special agreements, discounts and special offers

English and languages training for you and one member of your family
Ongoing technical, leadership, and development training to help you build your career
Join us and be part of a team where your talent, ideas, and ambition can help shape the future of flight.
Apply now and see your career take flight!