Market Access Manager

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Market Access Manager As the Market Access Manager, you will drive Astranis's market‑access efforts outside of the United States. Astranis is growing the number of satellites it launches each year, and needs a talented manager to keep pace with acquiring the necessary authorizations for these satellites to operate in countless countries around the world. You will lead the team obtaining and maintaining market access and landing‑right authorizations, and engage in regulatory processes to modify national regulatory regimes to facilitate future market access for Astranis satellites. Role Develop in‑depth understanding of regulatory and market‑access frameworks where Astranis does business. Engage directly with national regulatory authorities and foster strong relationships. Obtain new licenses/authorizations for satellites and earth stations and maintain existing ones. Prepare documentation to support the license/authorization application process, pulling information from teams across Astranis. Influence and optimize domestic/regional regulatory frameworks to support business objectives and market expansion. Leverage satellite industry organizations to ease market‑access/landing‑rights requirements in key markets. Provide regulatory support to the commercial team for market access in the region. Represent Astranis in relevant regional meetings and international forums (e.g., ITU related meetings) to promote Astranis’s interests. Requirements At least 7 years of experience in Market Access, Government Relations, Public Policy, or Advocacy for Satellite Communications (other experience levels considered). Degree in law, engineering, public policy or any relevant technical subject. Master’s degree is an asset. Strong technical, regulatory research, and analysis skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Excellent verbal and written skills in English and (ideally) a second language. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Ability to exercise judgment and make sound decisions to drive processes to conclusion. Self‑starter with good organizational skills and ability to work independently. Effective management and advancement of multiple projects simultaneously. What we offer Base pay ranging from $110,000 to $195,000 USD. Significant equity package via incentive stock options. High‑quality company‑subsidized health, disability, and life insurance. 401(k) retirement planning. Flexible PTO. Free on‑site catered meals. EEO Statement U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required. (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Our mission is to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to make us stronger. As set forth in Astranis’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Astranis Space Technologies Corp.