Director of Regulatory

Responsibilities

• Lead FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST) launch and reentry license applications, modifications, and renewals
• Manage NOAA Office of Space Commerce licensing for remote sensing or Earth observation payloads
• Coordinate FCC spectrum filings for telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems
• Own the company's ITAR/EAR compliance program, including commodity jurisdiction determinations and license applications
• Advise engineering and business development teams on export control implications
• Serve as the primary point of contact with FAA-AST, NOAA, FCC, State Department, and relevant stakeholders
• Monitor and respond to proposed rulemakings, policy changes, and Congressional activity
• Partner with Legal on liability indemnification, third-party risk, and government contracting compliance
• Build and lead a growing regulatory team

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• 8+ years of experience in commercial space regulatory affairs or aerospace licensing
• Deep knowledge of FAA Part 450 launch and reentry licensing processes
• Demonstrated experience managing reentry vehicle licenses or payload reviews
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR/EAR export control regulations
• Track record of direct engagement with FAA-AST, NOAA, FCC, or other federal agencies
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a commercial launch or reentry vehicle company
• Background in systems engineering, mission assurance, or range safety
• Active DoD or IC security clearance
• Existing relationships at FAA-AST, NOAA OCC, USSPACECOM, or Congressional staff
• Experience with NASA payload manifesting or Space Act Agreements
• Graduate degree in aerospace engineering or public policy

About the Company

Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space, turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain.