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SpaceX · 4 months ago

Satellite Policy Manager (Direct to Cell)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

SpaceX is a pioneering company focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Satellite Policy Manager to drive regulatory and policy strategy for their Direct to Cell satellite network, which aims to provide cellular connectivity worldwide via the Starlink constellation.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead regulatory strategy and policy development end to end, towards successful outcomes on accelerated timelines

Advocate to optimize prospective satellite and telecoms regulatory frameworks and policy environments in alignment with SpaceX business objectives

Develop and advocate for broadband and mobile spectrum policies that will further SpaceX’s business objectives and Starlink’s global success

Represent and progress the company’s positions in international fora, including in front of regulatory agencies, industry forums, and regional organizations

Develop powerful advocacy pieces, including pleadings incorporating technical analysis in partnership with technical leads to progress SpaceX’s policy positions

Develop and deliver forward-looking strategy based on a deep understanding of spectrum, business, and regulatory policy issues that impact the regulatory outcomes of the program

Advise the Starlink team on policies and industry developments that impact the policy outcomes of the program

Qualification

Telecommunications policySpectrum policyRegulatory strategyTechnical fluencyWireless technologiesStrategic communicationAdvocacy skillsInternational languages

Required

Bachelor's degree

3+ years of experience in technology policy or at a fast-paced, high growth technology company

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

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

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