Sr. Export Control Specialist

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Lanteris Space Systems is seeking a Senior Export Control Specialist to join our centralized compliance function supporting our satellite and spacecraft manufacturing operation in our Palo Alto CA offices. This position may also be performed remotely within the U. S. with periodic travel required to Lanteris facilities and customer locations. This strategic export control position enables compliant execution of programs across our diverse portfolio of commercial and defense customers.

You will partner closely with engineering, legal, programs, security, contracts, and supply chain teams to enable lawful and efficient international business activities. You will be responsible for performing export jurisdiction and classification analyses, preparing and managing export authorizations, and advising internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

This role requires independent technical judgment, regulatory fluency, and the ability to integrate export control requirements into complex satellite programs across the full lifecycle—from design and development through launch, in-orbit operations, and end-of-life activities.

Key Responsibilities

Export Classification & Licensing

• Perform jurisdiction and classification determinations for spacecraft, satellites, subsystems, components, and technical data under ITAR (including USML Category XV) and EAR (including 9A515, 9E515, and related 600-/500-series controls), with documented rationales consistent with regulatory text and agency guidance
• Prepare, submit, and manage export authorizations including TAAs, MLAs, DSP-5/DSP-73 licenses, and BIS licenses via SNAP-R, supporting full program lifecycle from design through end-of-life
• Analyze and implement license provisos and conditions, manage reexport/retransfer requirements, and maintain licensing records across multiple concurrent programs
• Coordinate with engineering and legal to resolve complex classification questions and escalate as appropriate
  
  

Regulatory & Stakeholder Interface

• Interface directly with DDTC (via DECCS) and BIS on license applications, proviso clarifications, and regulatory inquiries as directed by compliance leadership
• Advise cross-functional stakeholders on export control requirements impacting technical data releases, program execution, international collaboration, contract formation, and foreign party engagements
• Collaborate with engineering, business development, legal, programs, security, contracts, and supply chain teams to integrate export control requirements into spacecraft program planning and execution
• Support export control aspects of space insurance processes, including reviewing disclosures to brokers/underwriters and coordinating licensing for launch risk and in-orbit operations coverage
• May support functions aligned with Empowered Official responsibilities; does not independently exercise EO authority unless formally designated
  
  

Compliance Program Support

• Support implementation of Lanteris export control policies, procedures, and training programs. Develop and maintain associated databases, reports and documentation
• Assist with internal audits, assessments, continuous improvement initiatives, and compliance with CUI handling requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012 where applicable
• Assist with supplier risk evaluation in conducting thorough due diligence during supplier onboarding and identify potential disruptions
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Lanteris' export compliance program
• Assists in the classification of Lanteris products, software and technologies according to import and export control requirements
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with eligibility and willingness to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor's degree. A master’s degree may account for an additional two years of experience
• 8 years of relevant export control experience
• Experience performing jurisdiction and classification determinations under ITAR (including USML Category XV) and EAR (including 9A515, 9E515, and related 600-/500-series controls)
• Experience preparing and managing TAAs (required), MLAs, DSP-5/DSP-73 licenses, and BIS license applications
• Direct experience interfacing with DDTC (via DECCS) and BIS (via SNAP-R or equivalent)
• Proven ability to advise cross-functional stakeholders and integrate export control requirements into complex technical programs
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in satellite or spacecraft manufacturing environments supporting full program lifecycle (design through end-of-life). Assist in ensuring that ROM, RFI, and RFP proposals are fully compliant with export regulations
• Experience with space insurance or launch services export control considerations
• Working knowledge of NISPOM/FCL environments and CUI handling requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012
• Knowledge of spacecraft systems, subsystems, and technical architectures sufficient to support classification analysis
  
  

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $107,000.00 - $178,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within California is: $111,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually.
  
  

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.