Senior Legal Compliance Manager

Hydrosat

. Lead regulatory compliance activities across satellite operations and remote sensing, including FCC, NOAA and European regulatory frameworks, licensing, authorizations and reporting obligations .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $135 - $175 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, export controls, and risk management within the aerospace and satellite industries, with a strong focus on ITAR, EAR, and international trade regulations. Proven ability to develop compliance policies, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and navigate complex regulatory frameworks effectively.

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Regulatory ComplianceExport Controls (ITAR/EAR)Risk ManagementSatellite Communications RegulationKYC and Third-Party Due Diligence

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Hard Skills

Regulatory Compliance ActivitiesExport Control ProcessesLicensing and AuthorizationsRisk AssessmentsCompliance Policy DevelopmentContractual Obligations AssessmentEnvironmental ComplianceGovernment Program Eligibility AssessmentsData Distribution RegulationsInternational Trade Compliance

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationPragmatic JudgmentStakeholder CollaborationTraining CoordinationRegulatory Monitoring

Tools & Technologies

Compliance Management SystemsERM FrameworksCompliance Calendar ToolsLegal Advisory CoordinationSustainability Reporting Tools

Industry Keywords

AerospaceSatelliteDefenseFCC RegulationsNOAA RegulationsEU Regulatory FrameworksGovernment ContractsFAR/DFARSESG ComplianceInternational Trade Restrictions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead regulatory compliance activities across satellite operations and remote sensing, including FCC, NOAA and European regulatory frameworks, licensing, authorizations and reporting obligations
Lead export control and international trade compliance processes under ITAR, EAR, EU dual-use and sanctions regimes, including classifications, licensing, screening and controlled technology/data transfers
Advise Engineering, Mission Operations, Product and Commercial teams on regulatory implications of satellite missions, technology development, data distribution and international customer engagements
Support government and defense business by assessing contractual, security and controlled-information obligations with Legal and Information Security
Support foreign ownership, investment screening and government programme eligibility assessments related to international expansion, new entities and strategic partnerships
Develop and maintain company-wide compliance policies, ERM frameworks, risk assessments and internal controls, including business ethics and anti-corruption measures
Coordinate training, regulatory monitoring and external legal advisers
Establish and maintain a centralized compliance calendar across all Hydrosat entities, tracking registrations, filings, license renewals, reporting obligations and deadlines
Coordinate with Finance, Legal, Operations and external advisers to ensure timely compliance
Develop and implement risk-based KYC and third-party due diligence processes for customers, resellers, suppliers and consultants
Support ESG compliance initiatives, including sustainability reporting and environmental and governance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in regulatory compliance or export controls within the space, aerospace, satellite, defense or similarly regulated technology industries
Strong working knowledge of US export controls (ITAR/EAR), international trade restrictions and practical implementation of compliance controls
Experience with commercial space, satellite communications or remote sensing regulation, with the ability to navigate licensing and regulatory authority interactions
Proven ability to independently establish or improve compliance processes and partner effectively with technical, legal and commercial stakeholders
Clear communication, pragmatic judgment and fluency in English
Degree in Law, Compliance, Engineering or a related field
Nice to have: Direct FCC and/or NOAA licensing experience and familiarity with Luxembourg/EU space regulatory frameworks
Nice to have: Experience with government or defense contracts, FAR/DFARS, and related security or cybersecurity requirements
Nice to have: Experience implementing or supporting Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks in a growing, internationally operating organization
Nice to have: Experience scaling a compliance function in an international technology company
Nice to have: Experience managing multi-jurisdictional corporate compliance obligations, including statutory filings, regulatory registrations, and coordination with external service providers
Nice to have: Familiarity with KYC, third-party due diligence, foreign investment screening, or ESG compliance frameworks