Sr. Market Access Manager (Starlink)

Sr. Market Access Manager (Starlink)

McGregor, TX

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SR. MARKET ACCESS MANAGER (STARLINK)

Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, will deliver low-latency broadband internet worldwide. We are committed to providing Starlink globally and are looking for an experienced leader to be accountable for obtaining the licenses and regulatory approvals necessary to operate the Starlink network in new markets. As a member of the Market Access team, you will manage a robust portfolio of countries and / or regions to enable Starlink to serve people and enterprises around the world. You will develop and personally execute strategies to obtain approvals and act as a project manager internally to communicate schedules, critical path items and obtain approvals as quickly as possible and then aid in the activation of those markets by leveraging external relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

For each country and / or region assigned :

Develop comprehensive and accurate understanding of market access requirements and timelines

Obtain approvals that maximize our ability to operate within current regulations

Drive the schedule for initial market access and rapid growth of operations

Obtain authorization to operate by applying for and obtaining necessary licenses and approvals, including the preparation of applications / information submittals and coordination of necessary internal inputs and reviews

Support and educate internal stakeholders on market access requirements and timeframes, working collaboratively to achieve company objectives

Represent and promote Starlink to national administrations, regulators, legislatures, and regional organizations

Advocate and negotiate to optimize prospective satellite and telecom regulatory frameworks and policy environments in alignment with business objectives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years of international experience working with Government representatives from the Middle East and / or Europe

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

5+ years of project management experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English as well as any of the following : Arabic, French, or Russian

Working with government / regulatory entities in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa to obtain approvals to conduct new or non-routine operations

Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously within aggressive schedules

Experience negotiating agreements or issues to resolution

Taking new technologies to market in regulated environments

Understanding of spectrum use and policies

Knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology

Knowledge of key commercial and nation-state players in the satellite industry

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Willingness to travel internationally as required to fulfill responsibilities (up to 50%)

Must be able to work extended hours and / or weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS :

• 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. Learn more about the ITARhere () .

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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