Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity.
Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.
To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet’s most pressing needs. We’re helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.
Umbra is looking for an experienced compliance professional to ensure our operations align with regulatory standards and industry best practices. In this key role, you will lead the development and execution of compliance strategies that support our rapid growth while upholding our commitment to integrity and excellence. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strengthening our compliance framework and fostering a culture of accountability across the company. If you’re eager to work in a dynamic, challenging, and impactful environment, we’d love to connect with you!
Our aim is to hire this position in to work in Umbra’s Santa Barbara, CA or Arlington, VA office, in a Hybrid role. However, we are open to considering Remote applicants.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to federal, state, and contractual requirements.
- Monitor changes in regulations, assess their impact, and recommend necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
- Cultivate a culture of integrity and compliance across the organization.
- Prepare reports for senior management and external regulatory bodies as needed.
- Provide guidance, training, and support on compliance-related issues.
- Investigate incidents, violations, and complaints, implementing corrective actions and remediation plans.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and partners.
- Share best practices and respond to compliance inquiries.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports, filings, and disclosures in accordance with federal and state laws, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Develop data-driven metrics to track and report on the progress of the ethics and compliance program to senior management.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Contribute to other projects and initiatives, leveraging your skills and expertise.
- Perform other professional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in law, finance, business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a compliance role within a highly regulated industry, such as space, defense, intelligence, or national security.
- Proven experience in creating and managing a compliance program within a government contractor environment.
- Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, standards, and best practices related to international trade, data security, or spectrum management.
- Strong ability to take ownership of multiple projects and guide teams through complex challenges.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams, present findings, and influence decision-making at all levels.
- Resilient, resourceful, and able to make informed decisions with incomplete information.
Desired Qualifications
- Expertise in managing compliance with U.S. export control regulations within the space, defense, intelligence, or national security sectors.
- Experience working with Agile methodologies.
- Certification as a Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM).
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
- Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
- 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
- Stock Options
Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Employment Eligibility Verification
In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.
ITAR/EAR Requirements
This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.
Pay Transparency
This job posting may span more than one career level. To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base ranges for all job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function and level benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by skills, responsibilities and relevant work experience.
