Corporate Counsel

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses as scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. 

Apex is looking for an attorney to join our fast-paced dynamic company as Corporate Counsel. Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Corporate Counsel will provide legal counsel across Apex and play a critical role in our success. 

This position will tackle a variety of day-to-day legal needs, including commercial and government sales contracts, regulatory compliance, IP protection, and complex transaction management as Apex continues its exciting growth trajectory. 

• Represent and advise the company on high-complexity/high-impact engagements with governmental, regulatory and commercial counterparties. 
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial and government sales contracts, NDAs, and other legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with all of Apex’s contractual obligations and applicable regulatory requirements, including but not limited to U.S. export controls.
• Develop and implement scalable processes and systems within the legal and compliance function, including a contract management system and legal review framework.  
• Draft and implement strategic and operational risk management policies and procedures. 
• Support the protection of the company’s intellectual property. 
• Retain, direct and review the work of outside counsel, as necessary. 
• Grow to serve Apex as the industry expert and resource across the organization. 
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

• U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled information. 
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-Accredited law school, and an active member in good standing of a state bar. If not already a member of the State Bar of California, the successful candidate must be eligible to register with the State Bar of California as Registered In-House Counsel.
• At least 3+ years corporate law experience at a major law firm and/or as an in-house legal counsel. 
• Aerospace or defense industry experience is a plus.
• Government contracting experience and familiarity with FAR is a plus. 
• EAR, ITAR, and other regulatory and governance experience is a plus.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We offer the following benefits:

- Shared upside: receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create. 

- Best-in-class healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. The primary's premium is 99%+ covered. 

- Enjoy our comprehensive PTO package, fostering employee well-being.  

- Competitive 401(k) plan and matching.  

- Paternity/maternity leave. 

- Daily lunch, unlimited snacks, and regular office BBQs!

- Your dream desk setup, tools, and whatever else you need to be your most productive self. 

- A world class office located in Culver City, filled with amazing coworkers and social gatherings for you and your family. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, 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.