The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
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)
Drive continuous growth and improvement for SpaceX’s export compliance: program under the ITAR and the EAR; draft and update policies and procedures, close control gaps and utilize technology tools (such as artificial intelligence) to optimize export compliance
Partner with engineering teams on jurisdiction and classification: determinations for hardware, software, and technology used in rocket and satellite systems
Support engagement with the Departments of State and Commerce on regulator: interpretations and required authorizations
Prepare and manage export and sanctions licenses and use of license exceptions and exemptions as applicable
Lead investigations into potential matters of non-compliance with trade: regulations, including preparing investigation reports, implementing corrective actions, and determining reporting requirements
What they're looking for
- Conduct and participate in internal compliance audits and support continuous: improvements of policies and procedures to help streamline and simplify
- Develop strong, trusted advisor relationships with internal SpaceX business partners
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- + years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm advising on: U.S. federal regulatory matters, including export controls, sanctions, national-security or trade matters