Trade and Regulatory Compliance Manager

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits expanding humanitys reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe large enterprises sovereign governments and the US military.

With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime data security network visibility and customization.

Astranis has raised over $1.2 billion from some of the worlds best investors including Andreessen Horowitz Baillie Gifford Blackrock Fidelity Franklin Templeton and Snowpoint and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs builds and operates its satellites out of its 153000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California USA.

We are seeking a results-driven Trade & Regulatory Compliance Manager to join our legal department and oversee our trade ethics and regulatory compliance programs. This role is anchored in U.S. export controls (ITAR and EAR) but also expands into broader corporate regulatory management. You will partner closely with engineering supply chain HR and commercial sales teams to build scalable compliance frameworks that mitigate legal risk while driving operational growth.

Role

• Lead the strategy daily administration and continuous enhancement of the companys trade and regulatory compliance program
• Serve as the subject matter expert across key regulatory domains including ITAR EAR OFAC sanctions Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and FAR/DFARS provisions
• Classify complex technical data hardware software and defense services against the Commerce Control List (CCL) and United States Munitions List (USML)
• Evaluate emerging business initiatives and foreign engagements to determine regulatory requirements; prepare and manage export authorizations licenses or agreements as operational needs arise
• Draft submit and administer filings through government portals (including DECCS and SNAP-R) as necessary
• Partner across engineering supply chain HR and commercial sales teams to manage foreign national access establish Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and review vendor/partner agreements
• Support regulatory compliance aspects of U.S. Government business including ethics program alignment mandatory disclosures and foreign ownership/influence considerations
• Lead internal compliance reviews and risk audits; draft voluntary self-disclosures or regulatory filings as required
• Develop and deliver company-wide training on export controls anti-bribery trade compliance and corporate ethics
• Track changes in federal laws and trade policies to update internal standards and operational procedures accordingly

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business international relations legal studies logistics engineering or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 4 years of hands-on regulatory compliance experience with core expertise in U.S. export controls (ITAR/EAR)
• Working knowledge of OFAC sanctions FCPA anti-corruption standards and USG contracting compliance rules (FAR/DFARS)
• Familiarity with U.S. government filing systems such as DECCS and SNAP-R
• Strong ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear actionable guidance for technical and business partners
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with meticulous attention to detail and a high sense of urgency
• Ability to prioritize manage multiple compliance projects and solve problems independently in a fast-paced environment

Bonus

• J.D.
• Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) or other recognized trade compliance certification
• Prior experience in the aerospace defense satellite or advanced hardware manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of U.S. Government (USG) contracting compliance FAR/DFARS requirements or CFIUS regulations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. federal security clearance

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