Sr. Satellite Policy Manager - Africa (Starlink)

at  SpaceXGlobal

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.

SR. SATELLITE POLICY MANAGER - AFRICA (STARLINK)

SpaceX is leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation that provides fast, reliable internet to millions users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas.We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
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 with a particular focus on the African continent.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 15+ years of experience with African governmental agencies and policies

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of experience working telecommunications policy
• Expert knowledge of telecommunications business and regulatory issues in Africa
• Strong knowledge of broadband, ISP, and/or satellite industry practices
• Strong understanding of broadband policy
• Strong understanding of spectrum use and policies

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time
  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

• Advise the Starlink team on the laws, regulations, and policies that impact the business in Africa
• 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 African 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