Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. As our Market Access Manager, you will drive Astranis's market access efforts outside of the United States, leading the team in obtaining necessary authorizations for satellite operations in various countries.
Responsibilities:
- Develop in-depth understanding of regulatory and market access frameworks where Astranis does business
- Engage directly with national regulatory authorities and foster strong relationships
- Obtain new licenses/authorizations for satellites and earth stations and maintain existing ones
- Prepare documentation in support of the license/authorization application process, pulling information from teams across Astranis
- Influence and optimize the domestic/regional regulatory frameworks to support business objectives and market expansion
- Leverage satellite industry organizations to ease market access/landing rights requirements in key markets
- Provide regulatory support to the commercial team for market access in the region
- Represent Astranis in relevant regional meetings and international forums (e.g. ITU related meetings) to promote Astranis's interests
Requirements:
- At least 7 years' experience in Market Access, Government Relations, Public Policy or Advocacy for Satellite Communications. Other experience levels considered
- Degree in law, engineering, public policy or any relevant technical subject
- Strong technical, regulatory research and analysis skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and presentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English and (ideally) a second language
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to exercise judgment and make sound decisions to drive processes to conclusion
- Self-starter with good organizational skills and the ability to work independently
- Effective management and advancement of multiple projects simultaneously
- 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))
- Masters degree is an asset