Director, International Satellite Policy and Compliance

-days-per-week on site, apart from travel days, with the choice to be based in Littleton, Colorado; downtown Washington DC; or Germantown, MD.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

We are seeking a Director with at least 5-7 years of experience with a large national or regional law firm, government agency, trade association, or corporation.

• The selected candidate will report to the Vice President, Regulatory Affairs.

• The ideal candidate will:

o Exemplify energy, intelligence, and a need for achievement.

o Be willing and able to travel internationally several times a year.

o Possess experience with topics such as:

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) rules and regulations

Radio spectrum policy and licensing

Familiarity with technical standards bodies such as 3GPP

Broad understanding of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations, especially those related to satellite licensing and technical rules

Drafting licensing applications, petitions, and/or comments for filing

Primary responsibilities fall into the following categories:

• Traveling internationally to ITU meetings and other regional ITU planning events

• Attending domestic and international trade shows and conferences

• Interfacing with industry associations on behalf of EchoStar, such as the Satellite Industry Association and the Global Satellite Operators Association

• Monitoring FCC rulemaking proceedings and other matters

• Drafting executive summaries for company leadership

• Drafting filings for submission at the FCC or other agencies

• Facilitating the company's compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including analytical legal research

• Working with business teams and stakeholders as needed to accomplish company goals

• Managing projects, executing plans, and improving legal processes and procedures

Skills, Experience and Requirements

• Licensed attorney with a J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Detail-oriented, demonstrably excellent writing, superb oral presentation and organization skills, and the ability to flexibly manage multiple simultaneous assignments in a faced-paced and dynamic environment.

• Ability to work independently based on general guidance.

• Dedication to contributing as a positive team player.

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $225,000.00/Year - $275,000.00/Year
Benefits

• We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.
• The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
• Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
• The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.