Senior Telecom Attorney

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Reporting to the EVP, General Counsel, and Chief Administrative Officer, the Senior Telecom Attorney will lead Gogo Business Aviation’s global policy and advocacy efforts, focusing on telecommunications and connectivity issues under FCC jurisdiction and international legal and regulatory frameworks. This role is pivotal in ensuring favorable operational environments and advancing Gogo’s market access and compliance objectives in key regions worldwide.

COME ON BOARD THE GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION LEGAL TEAM!

How will you make a difference?

• Responsible for regulatory compliance, including drafting, filing, and managing applications and other submissions before domestic and international telecommunication regulators

• Provide strategic, actionable guidance and legal advice, to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on relevant FCC and International legal and regulatory aspects of the business

• Create and implement strategies for interacting and working with domestic and foreign government officials and regulators on achieving Gogo policy objectives

• Perform legal and regulatory analysis, advocacy, and support related to FCC and international licensing matters

• Respond promptly to legal inquiries and questions from the business and executive stakeholders, providing clear, concise, and business-friendly summaries of regulatory requirements

• Oversee and ensure compliance with telecom regulations, rules, and industry standards including providing legal advice to product and operations teams

• Develop strategy and technical/policy analysis to support the accomplishment of customer objectives

• Analyze proposed legislation and regulations of importance to the company and advocate in support of public policy that aligns with company priorities

• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices, and confirm that company positions are accurately documented and thoroughly reviewed in alignment with established policies

• Represent the organization’s interests with government agencies, legislators, regulators, and key stakeholders, advocating for policies and regulations that support the organization’s goals

• Act on behalf of the organization in trade associations, industry groups, international organizations, or similar ad hoc bodies 

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school 

• 8-10 years of legal experience with a law firm or at a company working on telecommunications matters

• Telecommunications or satellite industry experience

• At least 8 years’ experience in the field of government and regulatory affairs and with FCC and telecommunications-related regulatory matters

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• Thorough understanding of various international policy and regulations as they pertain to inflight or aeronautical systems, including those of FCC, and other key national regulatory authorities

• Possess the skills and ability to strategically assess and negotiate evolving positions during discussions

• Assist in the evaluation of national licensing requirements to meet the organizations planned or anticipated network operations and other business activities

• Experience advising the business on government affairs, regulatory and spectrum management issues, and directing staff on technical, spectrum, engineering, and legal issues which impact Gogo’s business and regulatory requirements

• Deep understanding and experience of telecom law practice and principles

• Capable of understanding and solving complex telecommunications regulatory and licensing matters in numerous jurisdictions

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in federal government contracting, preferably with a defense contractor, telecommunications or other technology organization, or government service

• Support the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of contracts, NDAs, and other agreements with customers, sales representatives, resellers, distributors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other business partners

We love work-life balance as much as you do! Gogo Business Aviation is a place that values our employees’ time both in and out of the office. Our employees enjoy a hybrid in-office and work-from-home environment designed to give you the flexibility and space to collaborate with your team effectively while building the strong relationships that are a hallmark of our culture.

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

Base Pay:

184,000.00 - 230,000.00 USD Annual

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive:

Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program:

Yes

Benefits:

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

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Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.

The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify (English and Spanish). Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).