Director of Regulatory

Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for EarthWho We Are: Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space. Our mission is to make Earth radically more accessible by turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain. We see space not as a destination, but as a platform — one that unlocks unprecedented speed and global reach. Our spacecraft are designed to deliver payloads anywhere on Earth in under an hour, operating through extreme reentry conditions and landing with high precision. These systems open the door to new ways of testing, delivering, and operating at hypersonic speeds. Inherently dual-use, our technology is built to meet urgent national security needs while laying the groundwork for future commercial applications. Backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Spark Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, and working with partners such as the U.S. Space Force and NASA, Inversion is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space-based defense and logistics. Position Overview:   As the Director of Regulatory Affairs, you will own the full spectrum of licensing, compliance, and government engagement required to design, test, and operate reentry vehicles. You will be a core member of the leadership team, working directly with engineering, mission ops, legal, and the C-suite to ensure our programs are structured for regulatory success.   This is a high-visibility, high-autonomy role. You will build the regulatory function, hire your team, and set the strategic approach to FAA/AST licensing, NOAA remote sensing, FCC spectrum coordination, ITAR/EAR compliance, and export licensing. You will also serve as our primary relationship manager with regulatory agencies and Capitol Hill staff.   Key Responsibilities:   Licensing & Certification   Lead all FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST) launch and reentry license applications, modifications, and renewals   Own payload review coordination and launch site operator agreements   Manage NOAA Office of Space Commerce licensing for any remote sensing or Earth observation payloads   Coordinate FCC spectrum filings for telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems   Interface with range safety offices on safety approvals and launch corridor authorizations   Oversight of internal Flight Safety Analysis  Export Control & Trade Compliance   Own the company's ITAR/EAR compliance program, including commodity jurisdiction determinations, license applications (DDTC/BIS), and TAA/MLA reviews   Advise engineering and business development teams on export control implications of technology transfers, international partnerships, and foreign national access   Maintain and update Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and ensure compliance with facility security requirements   Government & Policy Engagement   Serve as the com...