Legal Counsel

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply chain/vendor agreements, purchase orders, subcontracts, and service agreements.
• Drive high-profile cross-functional initiatives involving complex legal and regulatory issues in the space technology sector.
• Partner with supply chain and business teams to strengthen vendor relationships and manage disputes.
• Manage USG contracting compliance obligations and export compliance programs.
• Translate legal advice into strategic, actionable guidance for innovative product and business teams.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• 5+ years of attorney experience (a mix of regulatory, law firm, and/or in-house experience is a plus).
• Direct experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage projects effectively with minimal supervision.
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status required due to export regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in aerospace, hardware, or manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of EAR/ITAR regulations.
• Experience with USG Contracting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($190,000 - $270,000 USD).
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options.
• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement planning.
• Flexible PTO.
• Free on-site catered meals.

About the Company

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. We provide dedicated, secure networks to large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites currently on orbit and a backlog of more than $1 billion in commercial contracts, Astranis is a leader in the space technology sector.