Director of Global Compliance

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Director of Global Compliance to lead and oversee export and trade compliance programs across a global organization. This individual will be responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. and international regulations, developing robust compliance strategies, and partnering with cross-functional and international teams to support business operations in a highly regulated environment. strong

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and direct company-wide export and trade compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations
Obtain, maintain, and monitor U.S. government export/import licenses, agreements, and authorizations under relevant regulatory frameworks and platforms (e.g., EAR/SNAP-R, ITAR/DECCS, and similar).
Draft and file ITAR Technical Assistance Agreements, Manufacturing Licensing Agreements, and foreign launch Technology Transfer Control Plans, and domestic Technology Control Plans
Serve as the organization’s designated Empowered Official for regulatory filings, registrations, and government applications
Act as a subject matter expert in export compliance across multiple business units and global operations
Collaborate closely with government agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all applicable export and trade requirements
Develop and execute comprehensive export compliance strategies aligned with U.S. and international regulatory standards
Design and implement trade compliance policies and procedures across cross-functional departments
Classify commodities, hardware, and technical data under applicable export control regulations (e.g., ECCN classifications)
Partner with engineering, production, and operations teams to determine jurisdiction and classification of products and technologies
Manage international shipments and logistics processes to ensure compliance with export control and trade regulations
Review contracts and related documentation to assess export control requirements and licensing needs
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to maintain ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements
Implement export control protocols and procedures for foreign visitors to AST facilities

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Engineering, Legal Studies, or related field preferred)

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in export compliance, global trade compliance, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience serving as an ITAR Empowered Official or similar regulatory authority role
Strong knowledge of U.S. export regulations, including EAR and ITAR
Experience supporting international operations and global compliance programs
Familiarity with licensing processes, compliance audits, and regulatory reporting
Experience working in a highly regulated or technical industry

Soft Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and global teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy of compliance documentation and reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Technology Stack:

Export compliance and trade management systems
Export licensing and monitoring platforms – BIS SNAP-R; DOS DECCS; DTSA systems
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP or similar)
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Regulatory research and classification tools/databases
Descartes Visual Compliance

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
Ability to review detailed documentation and perform compliance-related analysis

Additional Requirement

This position involves access to export-controlled information. In accordance with applicable U.S. government regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands em.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment 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.