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Hughes · 3 hours ago

Sr. Director, Aviation Regulatory Engineering

Germantown, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$185K/yr - $225K/yr

20+ years exp

Hughes is part of EchoStar, a company reimagining the future of connectivity with a diverse range of services. The Sr. Director, Aviation Regulatory Engineering will lead global efforts to secure regulatory approvals and compliance clearances for inflight connectivity solutions, requiring deep expertise in satellite licensing and aviation equipment certification.

Consumer ElectronicsDigital MediaElectronicsInformation TechnologyInternetTelecommunications

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive global market access strategy for LEO and GEO satellite-based inflight connectivity services

Secure required regulatory authorizations, spectrum licenses, and satellite landing rights across multiple jurisdictions

Lead engagement with international regulatory and standards bodies (FCC, ISED, ITU, CEPT, WRC) to shape policy and safeguard operational interests

Oversee entity and branch formation in key markets to ensure compliance with foreign ownership, spectrum access, and operational requirements

Direct cross-functional teams—engineering, legal, and operations—to obtain hardware and equipment certifications for airborne terminals, antennas, and modems

Negotiate agreements with network operators and government agencies for terrestrial backhaul and network integration

Ensure compliance with international security frameworks (e.g., CALEA, GDPR) and jurisdiction-specific lawful intercept and data retention rules

Manage regulatory due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships to ensure service continuity and mitigate legal risk

Lead budget planning, external counsel oversight, and internal team development within the Market Access function

Qualification

Satellite licensingSpectrum managementAviation equipment certificationGlobal regulatory approvalsLeadership skillsAnalytical skillsCommunicationNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related technical field

20+ years of leadership in telecommunications, satellite communications, or aviation connectivity, with direct experience in LEO and GEO satellite systems

Proven track record of securing global regulatory approvals for inflight connectivity or similar services

Deep knowledge of spectrum management, frequency coordination, and satellite licensing processes

Direct experience with aviation equipment certification processes and compliance standards

Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence policy and manage stakeholder relationships at the highest levels

Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to operate in complex multi-jurisdictional environments

Preferred

Advanced degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Established relationships with global regulatory authorities, standards bodies, and aviation industry associations

Experience leading regulatory functions in support of large-scale M&A transactions

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess regulatory risk and drive innovative compliance solutions

Benefits

Flexible spending accounts

HSA

A 401(k) Plan with company match

ESPP

Career opportunities

A flexible time away plan

Company

Hughes

Hughes provides private and government organizations with broadband satellite services, products, and managed network solutions.

Founded in 1971

Germantown, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hughes.com

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