Description
Astranis is seeking a results-driven Trade & Regulatory Compliance Manager to join its legal department and oversee trade, ethics, and regulatory compliance programs.
The role involves leading the strategy, daily administration, and continuous enhancement of the company's trade and regulatory compliance program, serving as a subject matter expert across key regulatory domains, including ITAR, EAR, OFAC sanctions, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and FAR/DFARS provisions.
Responsibilities:
- 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
- Partner across engineering, supply chain, HR, and commercial sales teams to manage foreign national access and establish Technology Control Plans (TCPs)
- Support regulatory compliance aspects of U.S. Government business
- Lead internal compliance reviews and risk audits
- Develop and deliver company-wide training on export controls, anti-bribery, trade compliance, and corporate ethics
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, international relations, legal studies, logistics, engineering, or a related field
- 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
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Benefits:
- Compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits
- Base pay: $115,000-$235,000 USD
- Significant equity package via incentive stock options
- High-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals