Rocket Lab Corporation
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Director,RegulatoryOperations
“Director, Regulatory Operations at Rocket Lab Corporation. Skills: regulatory operations, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, resource planning. Lead and coordinate regulatory operations across applicable regimes. Identify and eliminate blockers between regulatory filing and approval”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring regulatory pathways are clear; risks are managed; approvals progress efficiently from concept through deployment; removing blockers between submission and approval; advance company and industry objectives; compliance and operational efficiency
Industry & Context.
Identify and eliminate blockers between regulatory filing and approval; removing blockers between submission and approval
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus., Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing., Must be physically able to commute to buildings, Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise., U. S. citizen, lawful U. S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State and/or the U. S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree +12 years of experience in regulatory affairs, regulatory operations, compliance, or government-facing roles within aerospace, space, aviation, telecommunications, or a similarly regulated industry, Demonstrated experience working directly with U. S. government regulators (e.g., FCC, DOC, State, USCG, FAA) and/or international regulatory bodies, Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and business teams, understanding of regulatory processes, approvals, and compliance frameworks, Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
Masters/Juris Doctorate and 9 years of experience including publications, articles and regulatory filings, Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, Advanced degree in law, engineering, public policy, or a related field, Prior experience supporting or overseeing the filing of regulatory applications (e.g., licenses, authorizations, certifications), Background in aerospace, space systems, satellite operations, advanced air mobility, or defense-adjacent industries, Experience engaging with international regulatory frameworks (e.g., ITU coordination, foreign licensing regimes), Experience representing organizations through trade associations or standards bodies, Familiarity with compliance program development, internal policy creation, or regulatory risk management, Established professional network across relevant government agencies and industry groups
What You'll Do.
Lead and coordinate regulatory operations across applicable regimes
Identify and eliminate blockers between regulatory filing and approval
Partner with engineering
and other functions to support regulatory filings
Build and maintain working relationships with regulatory agencies
Assist subject matter experts and attorneys in preparation of regulatory submissions
Represent the company in regulatory and industry forums
Lead regulatory engagement with relevant trade organizations
Advise internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements
Monitor changes in laws
Develop internal regulatory processes
and governance structures
Brief executive leadership on regulatory risks
and emerging policy issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with engineering, legal, and other functions; Build and maintain working relationships with both working-level staff and senior leadership at relevant regulatory agencies; Represent the company in regulatory and industry forums, including trade associations, standards bodies, and policy working groups; Lead regulatory engagement with relevant trade organizations to advance company and industry objectives
Communication Scope
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Process & Methodology
Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
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