Astranis

Legal Counsel

Astranis$190K — $270K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school
  • 5+ years of attorney experience with a focus on regulatory and in-house roles
  • Proven track record in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
  • Ability to translate legal advice into strategic business guidance
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with attention to detail
  • Effective project management skills with minimal supervision
  • Sharp issue-spotting and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial contracts
  • Manage USG contracting compliance and export compliance programs
  • Undertake special projects for commercial support initiatives
  • Collaborate with supply chain and business teams
  • Build and strengthen vendor and business partner relationships

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
Legal Counsel

This is a unique opportunity to join a lean legal team which will give you wide ownership and the experience of supporting multiple functions of the business that will directly contribute to our mission of global connectivity in the next phase of hypergrowth.

In this role, you will participate in driving high-profile cross-functional initiatives across the business involving a variety of complex legal and regulatory issues relating to the space technology sector. You will partner closely with our supply chain and business teams to build and strengthen relationships with our vendors and business partners, including negotiating contracts and managing disputes. Our ideal person exhibits sharp analytical and communication skills, that is diligent, proactive, collaborative, and curious.
Role
  • Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply chain/vendor agreements, purchase orders, subcontracts, service agreements, capacity purchase agreements, and other bespoke agreements.
  • Play a key role in managing Astranis' USG contracting compliance obligations and export compliance programs, undertaking special projects and other commercial support initiatives
Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school and 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
  • Fluency translating legal advice into strategic, actionable guidance for innovative product and business teams
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, and high attention to detail without sacrificing sense of urgency
  • Ability to prioritize and manage projects effectively with minimal supervision
  • Issue-spotting and problem-solving skills. and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Bonus
  • Demonstrated experience in aerospace, hardware, or manufacturing industries
  • Knowledge of EAR/ITAR
  • USG Contracting; Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance


What we offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.

Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.

Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.

Base Salary

$190,000-$270,000 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

About Astranis

Astranis is a satellite manufacturing company that was founded in 2015 by John Gedmark and Ryan McLinko. The company is focused on building small, low-cost satellites that can provide internet access to remote areas of the world. Astranis has partnerships with major telecommunications companies such as Pacific Dataport and Alaska Communications, and has raised over $108 million in funding from investors such as Andreessen Horowitz and Venrock. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Astranis
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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