Overview In this role you will advise SpaceXAI on sanctions and export controls, shaping scalable trade compliance for frontier AI services. You will partner with the Legal team and business units to reduce risk while enabling AI and datacenter initiatives. You will coordinate with US government agencies, lead investigations, and drive policy improvements. This position offers impact at the intersection of law, technology, and aerospace, within a mission-driven company.
Compensation / Benefits- comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- disability and life insurance
- paid parental leave
- stock purchase opportunities
- paid vacation and holidays
Responsibilities- Provide expert guidance on OFAC sanctions and BIS export controls
- Manage trade compliance documentation and due diligence, including policies, training, dashboards, and metrics
- Streamline policies and processes to scale AI services and datacenter projects
- Advise on sanctions/export control terms in commercial contracts for AI services and procurement
- Coordinate with U.S. government agencies on export/sanctions matters
- Investigate non-compliance, prepare internal reports, and oversee corrective actions
- Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze legal risks and develop trusted advisor relationships
Key requirements- ABA-accredited law degree (JD)
- 5+ years of trade compliance experience (sanctions and export controls)
- Bar admission in at least one U.S. state
- cross-functional collaboration
- business-oriented guidance
- adaptability to regulatory changes
- experience with OFAC and BIS regimes
- ability to design scalable compliance processes leveraging technology/AI tools
- knowledge of AI, ML, semiconductors in dual-use contexts
