Sr. Satellite Policy Associate (Starlink Regulatory Affairs)

The role

This person will direct SpaceX advocacy to ensure regulations enable and protect Starlink services. You will advocate for the mission to various regulatory bodies and manage policy environments for domestic and international portfolios.

What you will do

• Assist with developing and advocating for broadband and spectrum policies
• Draft pleadings, letters, and other advocacy pieces
• Contribute to company satellite spectrum policy and outreach activities
• Represent and promote company positions before the FCC, NTIA, and other agencies
• Direct regulatory practice to secure necessary U.S. licenses and compliance
• Develop and administer regulatory licensing application preparation and compliance
• Provide strategic regulatory advice and advocacy support to business development
• Advocate to optimize prospective satellite and telecoms regulatory frameworks

Required qualifications

• JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of experience with regulatory and policy matters
• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in an engineering, math, chemistry, or physics discipline
• Understanding of broadband policy
• Understanding of spectrum use and policies
• Knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology
• Knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues outside of the U.S
• Experience working with the Federal Communications Commission and other federal agencies
• Knowledge of key commercial and government players in the telecommunications/broadband industry
• Experience at a well-regarded law firm
• Experience as an in-house lawyer ideally within the tech industry
• Diligent and proactive, you have demonstrated excellent legal and business judgment, technical acumen, communication skills and strategic thinking, along with the ability to work independently and cro

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• 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
• Paid sick leave

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 was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The company is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.