About this opportunity
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP lists this Commercial Counsel, Supply Chain opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
COMMERCIAL COUNSEL, SUPPLY CHAIN
As a Commercial Counsel on the SpaceX Legal Team, you will enable SpaceX’s procurement of critical goods and services by providing legal review and solutions-based counseling to Supply Chain, Purchasing, Facilities and other cross-functional partners on complex legal and business issues in the United States and internationally.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Draft, negotiate, and review a range of commercial contracts, including purchase orders/agreements, service agreements, license agreements, long-term supply agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other agreements related to the acquisition of goods and services
Identify and mitigate legal risk by implementing appropriate processes, trainings, and controls for the supported SpaceX teams
Provide legal analyses of applicable laws, regulations, and industry practices, particularly related to the procurement of goods and services
Work closely with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Facilities Teams to provide legal counseling throughout all stages of the procurement lifecycle, including RFPs, RFQs, purchase agreements, license agreements and dispute resolution
Manage SpaceX’s form Purchase Order and Standard Terms and Conditions
Support continuous improvements of forms, policies, and processes to streamline and simplify procurements, including using AI and other technologies to improve efficiency and efficacy
Work cross functionally with business teams across the company to analyze legal risks, devise creative solutions, and develop strong, trusted advisor relationships
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
5+ years of legal experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience at a well-regarded law firm
Experience as an in-house lawyer, ideally within the tech and/or manufacturing sectors and with direct contact with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Facilities Teams
Experience providing legal advice related to commercial procurement transactions, including international transactions, and ideally with Fortune 1000 companies
Experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company
Experience building and maintaining relationships with clients in various geographies and comfortable advising all levels of management
Ability to communicate effectively with business stakeholders
Knowledge of applicable regulatory issues
Comfortable with and responsive to rapid developments and changes in direction as well as working with technologies and products and in practice areas without significant precedence
The ideal candidate is diligent and proactive and has demonstrated excellent legal and business judgment, technical acumen, communication skills, and strategic thinking, along with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State
This position is based in Washington, DC—though other SpaceX offices will be considered—and requires being onsite at a SpaceX office; remote work will not be considered
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends, as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range:
Level 3: $190,000.00 - $255,000.00
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.
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.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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