Satellite Policy Manager (Starlink Mobile)

The role

You will drive regulatory and policy strategy to enable the Starlink Mobile satellite network. This involves advancing licensing and spectrum positions before international regulators and government bodies.

What you will do

• Lead regulatory strategy and policy development end to end
• Advocate to optimize prospective satellite and telecoms regulatory frameworks and policy environments
• Develop and advocate for broadband and mobile spectrum policies
• Represent and progress the company's positions in international fora
• Develop advocacy pieces including pleadings incorporating technical analysis
• Develop and deliver forward-looking strategy based on spectrum, business, and regulatory policy issues
• Advise the Starlink team on policies and industry developments

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience in policy or at a technology company
• Willingness to travel approximately 30-40% of the time
• Willingness to work weekends and extended hours as needed

Nice to have

• 3+ years of experience in telecommunications policy or in a product, business, or regulatory role at a technology company within the wireless or mobile industry
• Expert knowledge of technology and policy issues for wireless and/or satellite companies, and/or technical expertise with mobile device standards and wireless technologies
• Strong knowledge of wireless or satellite industry practices and/or spectrum
• Experience working with regulators and government agencies
• High aptitude to jump into new domains
• Professional fluency in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese or other international language

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company is developing a Starlink Mobile satellite network to bring ubiquitous cellular connectivity worldwide.