GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS ANALYST (STARLINK)
Starlink will provide high-speed broadband around the world, helping to connect the unserved and underserved. As a member of the Global Government Affairs team, you will help enable Starlink's expansion internationally, supporting our team of in-house lobbyists.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support global business, government affairs, and international roll-out of Starlink
- Monitor, investigate and evaluate international digital connectivity programs and government-sponsored broadband initiatives, in tandem with the government sales team
- Engage with foreign governments to support initial evaluation of program requirements, eligibility, and available funding for such programs in support of global business team
- Assist with policy matters related to foreign direct investment, satellite and spectrum policy, market entry, regulatory fees, strategic technologies, and internet connectivity
- Monitor developments in US foreign policy, trade agreements, and geopolitics related to telecom & space policy; engage with U.S. Government foreign policy officials as needed
- Support senior director in overall coordination of government affairs team activities, tracking, and the development of collateral advocacy materials, policy, research, and other similar functions
- Develop and maintain tracking tool relating to government-funded broadband initiatives in strategic markets
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2+ years of experience working on legislative or foreign policy matters in government or within the private sector
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Multilingual, with at least conversational proficiency
- Experience working, studying, or conducting research outside of the U.S.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Outstanding demonstrated research skills
- Excellent analytical skills and firsthand experience creating and managing dashboards using data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Excel modeling, or similar data manipulation tool)
- Experience working on issues directly related to space policy and telecommunications
- Knowledge of intergovernmental institutions such as World Bank, IMF, ITU, UNOOSA, etc.
- Experience working with foreign Ministries on complex projects and/or highly regulated industries
- Knowledge of telecommunications, launch vehicles, satellites, and space technology
- Direct experience in achieving definitive foreign policy outcomes
- Passion for SpaceX's mission and goals, particularly connecting disconnected and historically underserved areas
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to travel internationally
- Flexibility required including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
- Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Government Affairs Analyst: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
