Legal Assistant

ispace, inc. • Englewood, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. ispace-U.S. is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant to support the company's legal function. Based in our Denver, CO office and reporting to Senior Legal Counsel, this role provides a combination of substantive legal support and legal operations across the company's commercial, compliance, and corporate activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable wearing multiple hats, and thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, or legal operations role, ideally in an in-house legal department or law firm in the aerospace, defense, government contracts, or technology sectors
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written communication skills, including drafting, proofreading, and editing
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain strict confidentiality
• Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, or similar export control and national security compliance frameworks preferred
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the commercial space, satellite, or advanced aerospace industry
• Exposure to international transactions, cross-border compliance, or working with Japanese or European entities
• Prior experience in a startup or growth-stage company environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a coordination point for communications between ispace-U.S. and its parent holding company
• Support cross-border compliance and reporting requirements as needed
• Manage calendaring and scheduling for the legal team, including meeting coordination and travel logistics
• Support planning and coordination of legal team events and company-wide legal training sessions
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and capture meeting notes for legal team meetings and cross-functional sessions
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the legal team to support the company’s evolving legal and business needs.
• Support the negotiation, processing, and tracking of non-disclosure agreements and other routine commercial agreements
• Maintain the company's contract management system and ensure timely execution and storage of executed documents
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (engineering, finance, business development) on contract requirements and obligations
• Conduct legal research on space law, regulatory developments, and policy matters relevant to the company's operations
• Prepare summaries, briefing memos, and presentations for senior leadership and legal team review
• Draft, proofread, and edit legal correspondence, agreements, and internal communications
• Track and monitor compliance obligations, including FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory frameworks applicable to commercial space activities
• Monitor filing deadlines and coordinate with registered company officials to remain in compliance with U.S. government regulations
• Maintain and organize corporate records and filings
• Track and manage renewal deadlines for insurance policies, government registrations, licenses, permits, and key commercial agreements, ensuring timely renewals and escalating to Senior Legal Counsel as needed
• Manage internal client intake for the legal department, including triaging requests and maintaining matter tracking
• Coordinate internal management of supply chain management requests directed to the legal team
• Manage outside counsel relationships, invoice review, and legal billing

Benefits

• Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees.
• Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program.
• Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail.
• Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our café.
• 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
• Participation in our stock option program.
• Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch-and-learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development.
• A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly engagement events to connect and unwind.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level