
Compensation
$185,000–$265,000/year
Job Description
At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to serve as the lead legal advisor for our U.S. organization. This role combines hands-on legal expertise with strategic leadership, supporting a rapidly growing business operating in the aerospace and defense sector.
Reporting to the CEO and partnering closely with the global General Counsel and legal team, the Senior Counsel will lead complex legal matters across government contracting, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, and corporate initiatives. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the legal infrastructure of the U.S. business as the company scales.
This position is ideal for a senior attorney who thrives in a high-growth, mission-driven environment and enjoys partnering directly with executives, engineers, and business leaders to solve complex legal and strategic challenges.
Ideally, this person would be located in Denver, CO or in the Washington D.C. area. A true rock star could do this job from anywhere!
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Job Details
- Department
- Operations
- Category
- Legal & Compliance
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Colorado, Brazil
- Posted
- Compensation
- $185,000 - $265,000 per year
About ispace
ispace is a Japanese lunar exploration company developing robotic landers and rovers for cargo delivery to the Moon, with two landing attempts completed and a third mission planned.
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