Space Tech Legal Counsel — Hybrid, Global Compliance

ispace, inc.; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Hybrid Work

Commuter Perks

Lunch Perks

Paid Time Off

Retirement

Travel

Stock Options

Learning & Development

Team Culture

Job summary

ispace, inc. in Englewood, Colorado seeks a pragmatic Legal Counsel to guide the U.S. organization, balancing regulatory risk with business goals. You will partner with leadership across Engineering, Programs, Business Development, and Finance to negotiate complex agreements and ensure compliance, amid a fast-paced commercial space environment. The role offers hybrid work, competitive compensation, and strong growth potential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in law firm, corporate, or government setting.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including NDAs and supplier/vendor contracts.
• Advise leadership on contractual obligations, risk, IP, confidentiality, liability, and corporate matters.
• Support U.S. government contracting matters, including FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Provide guidance on ITAR, EAR, export controls and international collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace, government regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with People Operations on employment law matters and investigations.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and global teams on cross-border agreements.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Legal analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

J.D. from a U.S. law school

Job description

ispace, inc. in Englewood, Colorado seeks a pragmatic Legal Counsel to guide the U.S. organization, balancing regulatory risk with business goals. You will partner with leadership across Engineering, Programs, Business Development, and Finance to negotiate complex agreements and ensure compliance, amid a fast-paced commercial space environment. The role offers hybrid work, competitive compensation, and strong growth potential.