Global Trade Compliance Analyst

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.

GLOBAL TRADE COMPLIANCE ANALYST

As a Global Trade Compliance Analyst, you will support SpaceX’s space launch and Starlink internet businesses as part of the global trade compliance team. You will work closely with attorneys, other legal and compliance professionals, internal clients (primarily SpaceX engineers), and external customers on matters related to export controls,  compliance risk assessments, and compliance process automation utilizing generative AI and other technology tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Draft, submit, and manage compliance with export licenses and exceptions under the EAR and ITAR

Conduct technical data reviews as related to U.S. export laws  

Support jurisdiction and classification exercises and determinations

Conduct risk assessments and audits and help develop remedial measures for compliance infractions

Manage compliance procedures related to U.S. export laws and identify and implement compliance improvements, including the use of generative AI technology tools

Proactively identify and qualify export risks, compliance gaps, and emerging issues; design and recommend mitigation strategies and business solutions

Advise and educate internal stakeholders on U.S. export laws, including use of ITAR and EAR authorizations, export policies and procedures, and technology controls.

Research U.S. federal statutes, regulations, directives, and guidance related to U.S. export laws  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree

2+ years of experience as a legal analyst or paralegal

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Familiarity with export control regulations, particularly the EAR and ITAR

Experience drafting and managing export licenses and license exceptions  

Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities

Experience conducting compliance audits and/or risk assessments

Experience conducting technical data reviews and jurisdiction and classification analyses

Experience operationalizing compliance procedures and systems

Experience working with AI technology tools, including the design and deployment of agentic workflows for process automation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to travel approximately once a quarter

Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed

This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Los Angeles area

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

    

Pay range:    

Legal and Compliance Analyst/Level I: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year    

Legal and Compliance Analyst/Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/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 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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.