Global Satellite Policy Advisor

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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

GLOBAL SATELLITE POLICY ADVISOR

Starlink will provide high-speed broadband around the world. Telecommunication is a heavily regulated business and this position will advise SpaceX on legal and policy advocacy to ensure these regulations enable and protect the provision of this ground-breaking service. This position will require you to apply expertise and focus to advance Starlink's licensing and spectrum position in front of domestic and global regulators and government bodies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact the business in the United States and foreign jurisdictions.
• Develop and advocate for broadband and spectrum policies that will further SpaceX's business objectives and Starlink's success.
• Represent and promote the company positions before the FCC, the NTIA, and other Federal agencies, regulators, legislatures, and regional organizations.
• Draft pleadings, letters, and other advocacy pieces to promote SpaceX's policy positions.
• Research and advise the Starlink team regarding other relevant legal issues.
• Advocate to optimize prospective satellite and telecoms regulatory frameworks and policy environments in alignment with SpaceX business objectives.
• Provide strategic regulatory advice and advocacy support to business development efforts, which may include:
• Opportunities for regional/national partnerships.
• Global satellite expansion plans in support of the business strategy for new satellite market requirements and new service offerings initiatives.
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor degree.
• 3+ years of experience in the telecommunications sector.
  
  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience working within a law firm telecommunications practice.
• Knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues outside of the U.S.
• Knowledge of broadband, ISP, and/or satellite industry practices.
• Understanding of broadband policy.
• Understanding of spectrum use and policies.
  
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.
  
  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
  
  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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