Legal Counsel – Technology & Trade Compliance at Kepler Communications

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space Technology, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

On-site position at Toronto HQ
Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial and technology contracts (e.g., NDAs, software licenses, supplier/vendor agreements, customer agreements)
Knowledge of intellectual property strategy
Experience supporting engineering, project management, business development, regulatory, and supply chain teams on contracting and operational legal issues
Familiarity with government contracts and funding agreements in Canada (ISED, CSA), US (NASA, SDA), and Europe (ESA), including negotiations and compliance
Ability to review and advise on flow down requirements, IP provisions, export controls, and government terms
Experience providing legal support on RFP responses, grant applications, and strategic proposals
Expertise in Canadian and international export control laws (e.g., CGP, ITAR, EAR)
Skills in classifying goods, software, and technologies for export/import
Experience preparing and submitting export/import permit applications and license requests (e.g., Global Affairs Canada, DDTC, BIS)
Ability to conduct compliance risk assessments, implement controls, lead internal audits, and respond to government inquiries/inspections/investigations
Capability to provide strategic legal counsel on technology transactions, government contracts, trade compliance, and related matters

Responsibilities

Draft, negotiate, and review commercial and technology contracts, including NDAs, software licenses, supplier/vendor agreements, and customer agreements
Support Kepler’s intellectual property strategy development
Serve as the legal point of contact for engineering, project management, business development, regulatory, and supply chain teams for contracting and operational legal issues
Support negotiations and compliance for government contracts and funding agreements in Canada (ISED, CSA), the United States (NASA, SDA), and Europe (ESA)
Review and advise on flow down requirements, IP provisions, export controls, and other government terms
Provide legal support on RFP responses, grant applications, and strategic proposals, working with business development and program teams
Develop, implement, and manage trade compliance programs in accordance with Canadian and international export control laws (e.g., CGP, ITAR, EAR)
Advise on the classification of goods, software, and technologies for export and import purposes
Prepare and submit export/import permit applications and license requests (Global Affairs Canada, DDTC, BIS, etc.)
Conduct compliance risk assessments and implement controls to address findings
Lead internal audits and respond to government inquiries, inspections, or investigations
Provide strategic legal counsel to internal teams on matters involving technology transactions, government contracts, trade compliance, and related areas

Skills

Trade Compliance

Technology Law

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Review

Legal Risk Management

International Trade

Corporate Governance

Kepler Communications

Provides real-time space communication services

About Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications provides continuous connectivity for space missions through its comprehensive infrastructure known as The Kepler Network. This network includes constellations, ground stations, and communication solutions that enhance telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) capabilities. By utilizing intersatellite links and increasing data downlink capacity, Kepler enables seamless access to on-orbit data for clients such as satellite operators and space stations. The company offers various communication services, including S Band, Ku Band, and Optical services, which help to address gaps in space communications. Unlike its competitors, Kepler simplifies the process for its customers by handling regulatory filings, allowing them to focus on their missions. The goal of Kepler Communications is to make space-generated data universally accessible and to support human exploration beyond Earth.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$168.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Amazon's Project Kuiper poses a competitive threat with its optical mesh network.

Wyvern's US expansion could impact Kepler's market share in satellite services.

Rapid OISL advancements by competitors may outpace Kepler's technological offerings.

Differentiation

Kepler offers real-time connectivity for space missions, unlike traditional intermittent satellite links.

Their Global Data ServiceTM packs more Mbps into nanosatellites than competitors.

Kepler's everywhereIoTTM provides low-cost, bi-directional narrowband satellite service for global IoT connectivity.

Upsides

Kepler's $92M funding round highlights strong investor confidence in their satellite network.

ESA's contract with Kepler opens doors for collaborations with major space agencies.

Growing interest in OISL technology could enhance Kepler's network capabilities.

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