Sr. Satellite Policy Manager (Starlink Mobile)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) plan

Stock-based awards

Job summary

SpaceX in Washington, DC seeks a Sr. Satellite Policy Manager (Starlink Mobile) to drive regulatory and policy strategy for telecommunications, spectrum, and satellite policy, coordinating with international regulators and government bodies.

You will apply technical fluency, strategic communication, and advocacy to advance licensing positions; lead end-to-end policy development; collaborate with cross-functional teams and Starlink program.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in policy or at a technology company.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and policy development end to end, delivering outcomes on accelerated timelines
• Advocate to optimize satellite and telecom regulatory frameworks in alignment with SpaceX objectives
• Develop and advocate for broadband and mobile spectrum policies to further SpaceX and Starlink’s global success
• Represent the company’s positions in international fora, regulatory agencies, industry forums, and regional organizations
• Develop advocacy pieces, including pleadings with technical analysis in partnership with technical leads
• Deliver forward-looking strategy based on spectrum, business, and regulatory policy issues affecting program outcomes
• Advise the Starlink team on policies and industry developments affecting policy outcomes

Skills

Policy experience

Telecommunications policy

Regulatory advocacy

International regulators

Foreign language fluency

Job description

Sr. Satellite Policy Manager (Starlink Mobile)

Washington, DC

SpaceX is developing a breakthrough Starlink Mobile satellite network to bring ubiquitous cellular connectivity worldwide via the Starlink constellation. We partner with telecommunications companies to deliver service directly from satellites to existing cell phones, with the goal of providing coverage wherever a phone can see the sky. Starlink aims to connect the disconnected and extend its reach to billions of existing cellular devices, including hikers, emergency workers, rural communities, remote sensors, and devices in emergency situations.

In this role, you will drive SpaceX’s regulatory and policy strategy for telecommunications regulations, spectrum, and satellite policy. You will apply technical fluency, creativity, and strategic communication to advance SpaceX’s licensing and spectrum positions before international regulators and government bodies. This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of space, satellite, mobile wireless technologies, and technology policy with a world-class team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead regulatory strategy and policy development end to end, delivering outcomes on accelerated timelines
• Advocate to optimize satellite and telecom regulatory frameworks in alignment with SpaceX objectives
• Develop and advocate for broadband and mobile spectrum policies to further SpaceX and Starlink’s global success
• Represent the company’s positions in international fora, regulatory agencies, industry forums, and regional organizations
• Develop advocacy pieces, including pleadings with technical analysis in partnership with technical leads
• Deliver forward-looking strategy based on spectrum, business, and regulatory policy issues affecting program outcomes
• Advise the Starlink team on policies and industry developments affecting policy outcomes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4+ years of experience in policy or at a technology company

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications policy or in a product, business, or regulatory role at a technology company within wireless or mobile industry
• Expert knowledge of technology and policy issues for wireless and/or satellite companies; 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
• Ability to jump into new domains quickly
• Professional fluency in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese or other international language

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel approximately 30-40% of the time
• Willingness to work weekends and extended hours as needed
• This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite – remote work not considered

SR. SATELLITE POLICY MANAGER (STARLINK MOBILE)

SpaceX is developing Starlink Mobile to bring ubiquitous cellular connectivity worldwide via the Starlink constellation. We partner with telecommunications companies to deliver service from satellites to existing cell phones, extending Starlink’s mission to billions of devices.

Combined with state-of-the-art satellite technologies, exclusive spectrum, and Starship’s payload capacity, Starlink Direct to Cell will deliver enhanced performance to standard cell phones and IoT devices, closing coverage gaps and reducing mobile dead zones globally.

In this role, you will drive SpaceX’s regulatory and policy strategy for telecommunications regulations, spectrum, and satellite policy, advancing SpaceX’s licensing and spectrum positions before international regulators and government bodies. This requires technical fluency, creativity, and excellent strategic communication skills.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation and benefits information is provided as part of the application process. Pay ranges and levels are determined based on job-related knowledge, education, and experience. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, bonuses, and stock-based awards. SpaceX provides medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, parental leave, paid vacation and holidays, and other employee perks. Eligible employees accrue paid time off and paid holidays as per company policy.

ADDITIONAL LEGAL AND EEO INFORMATION:

• SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit and qualifications and not on protected characteristics.
• Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation or wishing to view SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan should contact [e-mail]
• To conform to U.S. government export regulations, certain candidates must meet ITAR requirements as described in the job posting.