Global Government Affairs Manager

Company: SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

GLOBAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER (STARLINK)Starlink will provide high-speed broadband around the world, helping to connect the unserved and underserved. As a member of the team, you will help enable Starlink's expansion internationally through direct lobbying efforts and strategic coalition building.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Global Government Affairs and international roll-out of Starlink, including government relations support to facilitate and accelerate licensing, market access, and regulatory approvals worldwide.
• Shape spectrum, business operations objectives, and broadband policy discussions and initiatives in the U.S. and with foreign administrations.
• Develop, maintain, and build-upon a network of relationships with international government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers.
• Oversee and manage consultants and third-parties engaged in SpaceX global government affairs matters.
• Shape SpaceX global legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development.
• Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions.
• Monitor and analyze international market policy developments.
• Prepare presentations for key audiences for SpaceX leadership.
• Perform research as needed, develop policy and collateral materials.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 5+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization.PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in science, policy, or political science, international affairs, or another relevant field.
    • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
    • Experience working on issues directly related to international telecommunications regulatory agencies or legislative committees/bodies; and international telecom organizations.
    • Knowledge of launch vehicles, satellites, and space technology and policy matters.
    • Thorough knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology.
    • Direct experience in achieving definitive legislative outcomes.
    • Passion for SpaceX's mission and goals and rural connectivity.
    • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
    • Demonstrated ability to forge coalitions and partnerships.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
      • Must be willing to travel,
      • Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX.
      • Flexibility required including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Range: Government Affairs Manager: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year.Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
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