Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Long Beach, United States - Vast

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At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space.

We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity.

Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in August 2025.Our team is all-in , committed to executing our mission safely and on time.

If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is looking for a Regulatory Compliance Specialist , reporting to an Associate General Counsel within the Legal team, to support the development and implementation of compliance measures related to U.S.

export controls (ITAR/EAR) and U.S.

regulations for commercial space stations (e.g., FCC, NOAA, FAA).This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location.

Responsibilities:
Support implementation of compliance with the conditions and provisos of authorizations under applicable federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR, FCC, NOAA)

Draft policies and procedures in support of compliance with applicable federal regulationsAdminister existing compliance policies and procedures (e.g., technology control plans, foreign visitor procedures, restricted party screenings)Conduct compliance trainings and help prepare training materialsMaintain well-organized compliance program recordsTrack deliverables and deadlines associated with license applications, authorizations, and reporting requirementsSupport periodic reviews and audits of compliance program elementsReview regulations and guidance in support of continuous improvement of compliance operationsInterface cross-functionally across the organization with members of the Engineering, IT/Security, Supply Chain, Business Development, HR, Finance/Accounting, and Legal teams to support compliance operationsServe as primary on-site point of contact for compliance operations at Vasts facilities in Long Beach, CA and Hawthorne, CAMinimum Qualifications:3+ years relevant prior experience (e.g.

, compliance operations, regulatory affairs, law firm paralegal)

Preferred Skills & Experience:
Inquisitive and analytical mindset, attention to detail, process-orientedStrong verbal and written communication skillsEnthusiasm learning nuanced legal subject matterFamiliarity with automating processes using available tools/applicationsExperience within the space/aerospace industryAbility to make independent judgments with limited informationComfortable balancing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

Pay Range:


Regulatory Compliance Specialist:
$95,500 - $140,200Sr



Regulatory Compliance Specialist:
$135,600 - $195,200COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a U.S. person as defined by U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

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