Space Compliance & National Security Counsel

Vast; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (20+ days for exempt, 10

401(k) retirement plan

Onsite meals and snacks

ClassPass credits

Spring Health mental healthcare

Job summary

Vast is seeking an Associate General Counsel to lead the regulatory and national security compliance framework for export controls, FCC licensing, CFIUS, facility clearance, and space policy. This full-time exempt role can be based in Long Beach, CA; Washington, DC; or Houston, TX.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to accelerate compliant growth, advise on complex regulatory matters, and help scale Vast’s space ventures while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and risk

Qualifications

• JD with admission to practice law in a state bar and ability to practice in-house in California, the District of Columbia, or Texas
• 9+ years of experience in a legal role at a law firm, aerospace and defense company, or space company, with substantial experience in export controls and national security regulatory matters
• Strong problem-solving, verbal, and writing skills
• Good judgment and the ability to balance risk and productivity in a business environment
• Process-oriented, collaborative, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead Vast’s export compliance program with ITAR and EAR responsibilities
• Oversee FCC licensing, spectrum coordination, and regulatory filings
• Advise on CFIUS implications of financings and partnerships
• Manage facility clearance strategy and FOCI mitigation with DCSA
• Monitor space policy and regulatory developments; engage with Government Affairs
• Collaborate with Security, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to enable compliant speed
• Support special projects and work with internal legal support staff

Skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

JD with admission to practice law in a state bar

Job description

Vast is seeking an Associate General Counsel to lead the regulatory and national security compliance framework for export controls, FCC licensing, CFIUS, facility clearance, and space policy. This full-time exempt role can be based in Long Beach, CA; Washington, DC; or Houston, TX.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to accelerate compliant growth, advise on complex regulatory matters, and help scale Vast’s space ventures while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and risk