Director, Regulatory Compliance & Export Controls
Core
Develop, implement, and lead the company's regulatory compliance framework for spacecraft development, Earth observation operations, and export-controlled technologies.
Role type
Director, Regulatory Compliance & Export Controls
Builds
Scalable compliance processes supporting a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) weather observation constellation and international expansion
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Satellite, Remote Sensing, Export Controls
Required skills
Regulatory licensing (NOAA, FCC, ITU), Export Control (EAR, ITAR), Technology Control Plans (TCP), Export classification (ECCN/USML), Compliance program administration, Space industry regulations
Preferred skills
International operations, Mergers & Acquisitions, Startup environment compliance
Technologies
EAR, ITAR, FCC, ITU, NOAA, LEO, Space Safety
Responsibilities
Lead regulatory licensing for satellite operations; Improve Export Control & Trade Compliance program; Develop export classifications and licensing strategies; Partner with engineering to integrate compliance in product lifecycle; Advise on international collaborations and technology transfers; Oversee compliance for launch campaigns and orbital debris mitigation; Establish governance for controlled technologies; Collaborate on contracts and strategic partnerships; Monitor emerging regulatory requirements; Deliver training and policies.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & cross-functional partnership
