SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
COUNSEL, GLOBAL TRADE COMPLIANCE
SpaceX’s rapid growth has created an opportunity to add a Global Trade Compliance Counsel to the Legal team. This person will be the primary responsible attorney for export control compliance related to SpaceX’s commercial and government satellite business, and will also take a leading role in internal export compliance reviews and investigations across the company.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide expert advice and guidance concerning the requirements and obligations for handling export-controlled commodities, material, software, technical data, and defense services under the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administrations Regulations (EAR)
- Design, implement, and maintain elements of an effective export compliance program under the ITAR and the EAR, including drafting compliance policies and procedures as well as administering training
- Make jurisdiction and classification determinations in coordination with engineering teams
- Prepare and manage export licenses and use of license exceptions and exemptions
- Coordinate interactions with relevant U.S. government agencies and officials on export issues
- Investigate potential matters of non-compliance with U.S. export control laws, coordinate a report of finding with senior management and prepare voluntary disclosures, in coordination with outside advisors/counsel, and direct corrective actions
- Provide expert advice and guidance concerning economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and participate in the administration of SpaceX’s restricted party screening program
- Conduct and participate in internal compliance audits
- Conduct legal reviews of commercial contracts for procurement of goods and services
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
- 3+ years of experience working with U.S. export control laws in a corporate law department or law firm
- Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of U.S. export control laws and regulations
- Familiarity with U.S. and EU economic sanctions laws
- Experience conducting internal compliance reviews and investigations
- Experience working in or with the satellite industry or internet service providers
- Excellent academic credentials, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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