Global Government Affairs Analyst

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

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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.