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SpaceX is a mission-driven aerospace company developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Sr. Counsel, Litigation will lead and manage complex domestic and international litigation matters, drive discovery and trial strategy, conduct internal investigations, and partner with business teams to identify and mitigate legal risks.

Skills

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • 7+ years of experience as a practicing litigation attorney (law firm, in-house, and/or government)
  • Demonstrated trial or arbitration hearing experience and in-court advocacy
  • Strong legal writing, analysis, and oral advocacy skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong client relationships
  • Bar admission in at least one U.S. state and good standing
  • ITAR eligibility (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee/asylee, or ability to obtain required authorizations)

Responsibilities

  • Manage labor/employment, consumer, contractual, commercial, products liability, and other litigation matters across the U.S. and internationally
  • Oversee all phases of litigation and third-party discovery, including drafting and reviewing pleadings, discovery requests/responses, briefs, and other court filings
  • Conduct internal investigations and advise on risk mitigation and remediation measures
  • Develop litigation strategy, negotiate settlements, and represent the company at trials and arbitration hearings
  • Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to manage budgets, case timelines, and discovery efforts
  • Provide lessons-learned feedback to business teams to implement appropriate legal controls
  • Be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed and travel up to 10% of the time

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the bar of at least one U.S. state in good standing

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (typical corporate benefits)
  • Retirement plan / 401(k)
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and working on a high-impact, mission-driven team
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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DATE POSTED
August 22, 2025
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