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Director of Regulatory Affairs at SkyTerra
Job DescriptionAdvocating before government bodies, including the FCC, Congress, NTIA, the Department of State and other agencies, regulatory positions of the company. Drafting and reviewing pleadings and other documents for submission to the FCC and other government bodies. Representing SkyTerra at Trade Associations and other industry forums. Participating in international standard organizations, including the ITU and CITEL, to advance the company's positions. Advising internal clients on regulatory and policy issues. Monitor and analyze regulatory changes. Provide advice on compliance matters. Skills JD and bar admission required. Work experience: 4-7 years with a telecommunications background, with experience in wireless, satellite and/or international issues. Experience at the Federal Communications Commission, Congress or another federal agency desired, but not required. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) Programs. SkyTerra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company Description About SkyTerra Communications (www.SkyTerra.com) SkyTerra Communications delivers mobile wireless voice and data services primarily for public safety, security, fleet management and asset tracking in the U.S. and Canada. The company’s next-generation integrated satellite-terrestrial communications network is expected to provide seamless, transparent and ubiquitous wireless coverage of the United States and Canada to conventional handsets and devices. When completed, the network will support communications in a variety of market segments, including public safety, homeland security, aviation, transportation and entertainment, by providing a platform for interoperable, user-friendly and feature-rich voice and high-speed data services. SkyTerra is a joint venture between SkyTerra LP and SkyTerra (Canada) Inc. SkyTerra LP is owned and controlled by SkyTerra Communications, Inc. (OTCBB: SKYT). SkyTerra's MSAT-2 satellite and SkyTerra Canada's MSAT-1 satellite deliver mobile wireless voice and data services primarily for public safety, security, fleet management and asset tracking in the U.S. and Canada. SkyTerra and SkyTerra Canada are developing a hybrid satellite-terrestrial communications network, which they expect will provide seamless, transparent and ubiquitous wireless coverage of the United States and Canada to conventional handsets. SkyTerra holds the first FCC license to provide hybrid satellite-terrestrial services. SkyTerra and SkyTerra Canada plan to launch two satellites for coverage of the United States and Canada, which are expected to be among the largest and most powerful commercial satellites ever built. When completed, the network is expected to support communications in a variety of areas including public safety, homeland security, aviation, transportation and entertainment, by providing a platform for interoperable, user-friendly and feature-rich voice and high-speed data services. Additional Information Local candidates only, no relocation (Washington D.C. Metro Area). No third party applications. |