Commercial Counsel, Starlink Government Contracts

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

COMMERCIAL COUNSEL STARLINK GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

Starlink our revolutionary satellite constellation is delivering low-latency broadband internet worldwide. As Commercial Counsel you will provide high-impact legal review and strategic counseling on complex government contracting international and commercial matters in the United States and globally.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft negotiate and review a broad range of government contracts intergovernmental agreements NGO/international organization arrangements and commercial agreements including revenue-generating contracts service terms and complex commercial agreements related to the sale of satellite internet and satellite-to-mobile connectivity including backhaul enterprise retail resale aviation and maritime business verticals
• Lead Starlinks engagements with foreign governments foreign Ministries of Defense (MODs) foreign non-governmental agencies and organizations and multilateral institutions
• Provide expert legal analyses of applicable laws and regulations including foreign procurement regulations telecommunications laws and consumer protection
• Identify and mitigate relevant legal and regulatory risk by implementing processes trainings and controls
• Support continuous improvement of contract templates policies and processes to streamline U.S. and foreign government contracting cycles
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business teams analyzing legal compliance and geopolitical risks and developing creative yet compliant solutions for government and institutional opportunities

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
• 4 years of legal experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience drafting negotiating and administering government contracts with foreign government agencies including foreign Ministries of Defense (MODs) and/or with international organizations
• Familiarity with U.S. and/or international government procurement regulations/processes including compliance requirements representations and certifications flow-down clauses and subcontract management
• Experience at a well-regarded law firm or as in-house counsel supporting contracting in the technology aerospace satellite or telecommunications sectors ideally to include contracts with government entities
• Strong background negotiating complex agreements with foreign government agencies including foreign MODs NGOs and multilateral institutions
• Experience providing legal advice on commercial technology transactions while bridging U.S. and foreign government contracting requirements with commercial needs
• Demonstrated success managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company operating in regulated government markets
• Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with government customers procurement officials and internal stakeholders across various geographies and levels of management
• Knowledge of export controls sanctions telecommunications law and consumer protection issues
• Ability to communicate effectively and translate complex regulatory concepts for business technical and government audiences
• The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in fast-paced ambiguous environments with rapid change and demonstrates excellent legal business and strategic judgment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be admitted to the bar in good standing in at least one U.S. State
• This position is based in Hawthorne CA (near Los Angeles) and requires being onsite remote work not considered
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Counsel: $190000.00 - $245000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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