[Hiring] Senior Manager, Spectrum Licensing @LeoLabs, Inc.

Role Description

LeoLabs is expanding its global network of ground-based radars, and securing the Radio Frequency regulatory approvals required to deploy and operate those systems is critical to that growth. In this role, you will lead LeoLabs' global RF permitting function, owning the operational strategy and execution for spectrum licensing, experimental and permanent operating authorities, equipment certification, and type approval across new and existing markets.

This is a senior RF operations and program leadership role operating at the intersection of RF engineering, government engagement, site selection, and deployment. You will be accountable for understanding regulatory differences, translating them into practical plans, and driving approvals to completion.

You will work closely with the Company’s Site Selection and Acquisition team, the Hardware Engineering team, and the Legal Department, as well as testing laboratories, in-country consultants, and other external specialists. This role is based in the United States, with the West Coast strongly preferred, requires regular domestic and international travel, and reports to the Senior Director of Global Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Owning LeoLabs' global RF permitting program and operational strategy for new and existing radar locations.
• Collaborating closely with Legal on regulatory matters.
• Investigating and documenting regulatory requirements for proposed deployments.
• Developing jurisdiction-specific RF licensing strategies.
• Supporting early engagement with spectrum regulators and government agencies.
• Assisting in the preparation of spectrum license applications.
• Maintaining LeoLabs’ existing radar-site RF licenses.
• Working with RF engineers and Hardware Engineering team for technical evidence.
• Coordinating equipment certification and type approval workstreams.
• Integrating RF regulatory considerations into new radar site selection.
• Coordinating new site interference analyses and reviews.
• Project managing regulatory approvals across multiple countries.
• Selecting and managing local RF regulatory consultants.
• Building and maintaining a global network of spectrum regulators and specialists.
• Establishing scalable processes and a central knowledge base for global RF permitting.
• Preparing leadership updates and recommendations on RF permitting.

Qualifications

• Located on the U.S. West Coast (Pacific or Mountain time zones).
• 10+ years of experience in spectrum management or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience obtaining spectrum licenses or RF operating approvals.
• Strong working knowledge of RF fundamentals.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Strong project or program management capability.
• Ability to operationalize regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgement and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong recordkeeping discipline and documentation quality.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Based in the United States and eligible for a U.S. security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with radar, satellite, aerospace, or telecommunications.
• Experience securing spectrum approvals across multiple countries.
• Experience with equipment certification and compliance testing.
• Experience conducting RF spectrum surveys.
• Existing international network of spectrum regulators and consultants.
• Degree in electrical or RF engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project/program management experience.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is up to $203,000 USD + bonus + stock options + benefits. Final compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's work location, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Perks and Benefits

• $100 USD monthly wellness benefit.
• $300 USD home office setup stipend.
• $75 USD monthly home internet allowance.
• Individual Development Fund for training and professional development.
• Employee Recognition Program.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Vendor Notification

LeoLabs does not engage external staffing agencies or third-party recruiting firms for this role. Unsolicited candidate submissions will not be considered.