SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE ANALYST
As a Legal and Compliance Analyst, you will primarily support SpaceX’s Starlink broadband internet business as part of the team responsible for ensuring compliance with global legal requirements related to law enforcement response, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support Starlink’s global compliance with legal demands from law enforcement and government agencies as well as privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations
- Assist with the development and execution of processes to efficiently accept, assess, process, respond to, and record legal demands from law enforcement and government agencies
- Respond to privacy-related inquiries from Starlink customers
- Advise, educate, and train internal stakeholders and employees
- Support other legal functions, including litigation, contract management, and general legal and regulatory compliance
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- 1+ years of experience related to law enforcement, cybersecurity, or privacy legal issues (internships and academic experience will be considered)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience as a legal analyst or paralegal in a law firm or in-house setting supporting legal/regulatory compliance
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory issues facing telecommunications or internet service providers, particularly related to law enforcement, information demands, privacy, and cybersecurity
- Experience working directly with government agencies and regulators
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
- Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Corporate Paralegal/Level I: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year
Corporate Paralegal/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].
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SpaceX Hawthorne, California, USA Office
1 Rocket Road, Hawthorne, CA, United States, 90250
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