Regulatory Counsel

E-Space

Regulatory Counsel advising the E-Space team on telecommunications laws in the US. Working remotely, supporting applications and regulatory strategies for satellite communications.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $200,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in telecommunications law and policy, particularly in satellite and spectrum licensing, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and advocacy before the FCC and international authorities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Telecommunications Law/PolicyFCC SubmissionsSatellite LicensingLegal WritingInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Regulatory AnalysisLegal Strategy DevelopmentDrafting Ex Parte PresentationsInterference AnalysisEquipment Authorization

Soft Skills

Sound Legal JudgmentAdvocacy Skills

Industry Keywords

Communications ActFCC RulesITU Radio RegulationsSpectrum AccessMarket Access

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead preparation and filing of applications, petitions, comments, reply comments, waivers, requests for special temporary authority (STA), experimental licenses, earth station authorizations, and related pleadings before the FCC.
Advise internal stakeholders on regulatory issues such as: satellite licensing, earth station licensing, spectrum access/allocations, spectrum sharing, interference analysis, equipment authorization, and market access.
Monitor FCC proceedings affecting satellite services, spectrum policy, Direct-to-Device (D2D), Supplemental Coverage from Space (SCS), non-geostationary satellite systems (NGSO), mobile satellite service (MSS), fixed satellite service (FSS), and emerging commercial space regulations.
Analyze FCC Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRMs), Orders, Public Notices, and enforcement actions.
Develop legal and policy strategies to secure favorable regulatory outcomes.
Draft ex parte presentations and represent the company during FCC meetings.
Support international market access for satellite services.
Assist in coordination with foreign telecommunications regulators regarding licensing and landing rights.
Work with foreign counsel, consultants, etc. regarding licensing and spectrum authorizations.
Advise on ITU Radio Regulations and related international requirements.
Support submissions to ITU and other international authorities.
Support domestic and international spectrum coordination activities.
Work closely with company engineers to develop technical demonstrations and evidence supporting FCC and international filings.
Provide practical legal advice to engineering, operations, product, regulatory, and business development teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of substantive experience in telecommunications law/policy, either in private practice, in-house, or government service.
Significant experience practicing before the FCC, including drafting and filing FCC submissions.
Demonstrated expertise with the Communications Act, FCC Rules, ITU Radio Regulations, satellite/spectrum licensing frameworks, and foreign market access.
Experience advising clients regarding satellite communications.
Excellent legal writing and advocacy skills.
Sound legal judgment under evolving regulatory frameworks.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off