SpaceX · 1 day ago
Legal and Compliance Analyst, Global Trade Compliance
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace company focused on enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Legal and Compliance Analyst to support their global trade compliance team, primarily handling export control matters and working closely with legal professionals and engineers.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Draft, submit, and manage compliance with ITAR licenses and agreements and EAR license and license exceptions
Proactively identify and qualify export risks, compliance gaps, and emerging issues; design and recommend mitigation strategies and business solutions
Conduct technical data reviews as related to U.S. export laws
Support jurisdiction and classification exercises and determinations
Manage compliance procedures related to U.S. export laws and identify and implement compliance improvements
Advise and educate internal stakeholders on U.S. export laws, including use of ITAR and EAR authorizations, export policies and procedures, and technology controls
Conduct risk assessments and audits and help develop remedial measures for compliance infractions
Research U.S. federal statutes, regulations, directives, and guidance related to U.S. export laws
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
2+ years of experience as a legal analyst or paralegal in the aerospace and/or defense industries
3+ years of experience with U.S. export controls
Willingness to travel approximately once a quarter
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
This position is based in Washington, D.C. and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Detailed knowledge of export control regulations, particularly the EAR and ITAR
Experience drafting and managing ITAR agreements and EAR licenses and license exceptions
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
Experience conducting technical data reviews and jurisdiction and classification analyses
Experience developing and executing supply chain requirements related to the ITAR and EAR
Experience collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and operational organizations to manage compliance
Experience conducting compliance audits and/or risk assessments
Experience operationalizing compliance procedures and systems
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
The ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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