Partnerships Manager (Starlink Mobile)

SpaceX is developing a new satellite-to-mobile network to bring ubiquitous cellular connectivity worldwide via the Starlink constellation. We are partnering with telecommunication companies around the world to bring this service directly from satellites to mobile phones, with the goal of providing coverage anywhere a phone can see the sky. 

Starlink was designed to connect the disconnected and this new product will greatly expand that mission by extending coverage to billions of existing cellular devices. The applications range from connecting hikers in national parks, emergency responders, rural communities, remote sensors and devices, and people in emergency situations. You can learn more about the next chapter of the Starlink Mobile program here.

Combined with new state-of-the-art satellite technologies, exclusive spectrum, and Starship’s unprecedented payload capacity to low-Earth orbit in a single launch, Starlink Mobile’s next generation service will deliver unparalleled performance to cell phones and IoT devices – helping to close coverage gaps and ultimately eliminate mobile dead zones around the world.

In this role, you will take ownership of the assigned telecom partner relationship following contract signing, while collaborating with stakeholders across engineering, business, and regulatory teams. The Partnerships Manager requires strong analytical skills to help drive customer adoption, contribute to new business models, and support accurate deployment forecasting. Success will require systems thinking, creativity, and excellent communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the cutting edge of satellite connectivity with a world-class team as we work to collectively advance our presence in the telecommunications market globally. 

• →Support the full cycle of partnership deals between SpaceX and telecom partners, through system integration and commercial service launch
• →Perform analysis on system performance and report metrics, both internally and externally
• →Contribute to domestic and international partnerships, including technical, regulatory, product, and commercial discussions.
• →Support the development and execution of international expansion strategies- Help create partnership materials including playbooks, presentations, product documentation, case studies, and marketing collateral.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, regulatory, business development, etc.).
• →Stay current with internal technology, regulatory, and business updates to support commercial and marketing efforts.
• →Synthesize information and provide clear recommendations to leadership. 

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline OR 5+ years of professional experience in; partnerships, technical account management or sales/pre-sales engineering
• 3+ years of experience in partnerships, sales/pre-sales engineering, or technical account management

• 3+ years of experience in technical partnerships or technical sales engineering.
• Strong understanding of satellites, global telecommunications industry, and/or NTN and satellite-based systems
• Strong interest in assessing market trends and identifying future business opportunities.
• Desire to be customer-facing and build strong partner relationships.
• Previous experience in engineering or technical role.
• Experience managing enterprise accounts or contributing to revenue targets.
• Experience with hardware, communications, networking, or IoT technologies.
• Experience at a fast-growing technology startup is a plus. 

• This position is based in the Washington (Redmond/Woodinville) or Sunnyvale, CA and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
• Willingness to travel to other SpaceX offices, vendors, and customers (up to 40% travel). 

• 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 ITAR here.  

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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