Senior Commercial Counsel

E-Space; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health and wellness care options

Continuous learning and development

Job summary

E-Space in Arlington, Texas seeks a Senior Commercial Counsel to join its growing legal team. This role focuses on reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, supporting purchasing and procurement, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring a JD, bar admission, and 3–5 years in contract law, with strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, plus experience in procurement and supply chain issues.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar admission in good standing.
• 3–5 years of contract law experience, in-house or firm.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract law including UCC.
• Procurement and supply chain legal issues experience.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research and contract management software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret commercial agreements.
• Provide legal guidance to purchasing/procurement; develop templates and processes.
• Review terms and conditions for agreements and platforms; ensure policy alignment.
• Stay updated on legal/regulatory developments; assist compliance programs.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and sales; provide clear legal advice.

Skills

Contract law

UCC knowledge

Negotiation

Drafting

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Legal research

Business acumen

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

State bar admission

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place! E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems. We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life. E-Space is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Commercial Counsel to join our growing legal team. This role will primarily focus on reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, supporting our purchasing and procurement departments, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of contract law, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position will be located in Arlington, Texas and will report to the General Counsel.

What you will do:

• Contract Review and Negotiation: Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret various commercial agreements, including vendor agreements, purchase orders, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other procurement-related contracts. Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and best practices. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contractual obligations.
• Purchasing & Procurement Support: Provide legal guidance and support to the purchasing and procurement departments on all contractual matters. Develop and maintain standard contract templates and processes to streamline procurement activities. Assist in the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures. Advise on legal issues related to sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations.
• Terms and Conditions Management: Review and analyze terms and conditions for various agreements and online platforms. Advise on the legal implications of terms and conditions and ensure alignment with company policies. Update and maintain internal documentation of terms and conditions.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Stay abreast of relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting commercial contracts and procurement. Assist in the development and implementation of compliance programs and training. Identify and assess potential legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Internal Collaboration: Collaborate with various internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and sales teams. Provide clear and concise legal advice to internal clients. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives.

What you bring to this role:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of a state bar.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract law, preferably in an in-house or law firm setting.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract law, including UCC and related principles.
• Experience with procurement and supply chain legal issues is highly desirable.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical legal advice.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in legal research and contract management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong business acumen.

Additional Requirements

This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment - flexibility to occasionally work extended hours or weekends during critical periods is expected.

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.