Director - Satellite Licensing and Coordination

Company: EchoStar Corporation
Location: Germantown
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Director - Satellite Licensing and Coordination MD-Germantown EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com . Follow @EchoStar on Twitter. In this position, the Director, Licensing and Coordination will be available for domestic and international fixed satellite licensing, and terrestrial and satellite ITU and domestic coordination for our fixed service satellite fleet. The position is located at the Germantown, MD, headquarters of the company's principal operating subsidiary, Hughes Network Systems. Responsibilities for this position include:

• Partnering with business units and engineering to assist in developing, managing and implementing licensing, spectrum management and coordination plan for the company's existing service businesses and near-term roadmap
• Drafting and reviewing applications related to FCC and global regulatory authorizations
• Performing required technical analysis for ITU meetings, licensing and coordination
• Representing the company at the ITU and related organizations on delegations
• Representing the company and advancing spectrum coordination efforts
• Staying current on U.S. and global licensing regimes
• Providing complex licensing and spectrum management advice to internal stakeholders
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand the need for licenses globally and coordination requirements
• Managing outside counsel and consultants to provide support where needed
• Monitoring license compliance and work with business teams to implement compliance processes
• Drafting and/or providing input into the company's regulatory filings in the U.S. and globally
• Representing the company before FCC and relevant U.S. and foreign government officials Basic Requirements:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 10-12 years of relevant or specialized regulatory experience at a communications company/major law firm/government agency, preferably in the satellite communications field ---Preferred Qualifications:
    • Strong relationships and credibility with government officials and relevant third parties in the United States and globally
    • Demonstrated experience developing and successfully advancing global licensing for satellite and other services, and ITU coordination
    • Detailed understanding and knowledge of the licensing process
    • Detailed understanding and knowledge of the ITU satellite coordination process and the ITU WRC process
    • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
    • MS in Electrical Engineering or related field Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance. EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more! Financial : 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability Work-Life Balance : --Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary) Employee Incentives : Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet Health : --Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law. Posted 11 Days Ago Full time R0002262 About Us At EchoStar we know the excitement of new endeavors. We pride ourselves in not just our engineering expertise, but as pioneers forging technological change to improve the lives of our customers. We are Connecting the World in new and exciting ways, and offer you the opportunity to learn more about how EchoStar family of companies could be the right destination for you!

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