Market Access & Development Director (LATAM)

SpaceX•Remote - FL, FL

About The Position

Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, is delivering low-latency broadband internet in 165 markets worldwide. There is still a long way to go to bring Starlink everywhere as well as growing our existing markets, so we are looking for a Market Access & Development Director to lead new market regulatory efforts, oversee business operations efforts for existing markets, and aid the business in identifying & nurture new commercial opportunities to grow our customer base. In this role, you will be a leader in a customer-facing team that is shaping Starlink’s future presence around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, international relations, business, or a related field
12+ years of experience in market access, business development, or regulatory affairs within the telecommunications, satellite, government or technology sectors

Nice To Haves

15+ years’ experience in market access, business development, or regulatory affairs within the telecommunications, satellite, government or technology sectors
Ability to identify blockers and creatively find ways to overcome them
Experience with global spectrum management, international trade, or business operations is highly desirable
Proven ability to negotiate complex deals and influence policy decisions at senior levels
Strong analytical skills in business with experience in market modeling, financial forecasting, and competitive intelligence
Experience leading, coaching, and developing a team of direct reports

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth market research to assess demand, the competitive landscape, and any barriers to entry
Work closely with Starlink’s engineering, operations, logistics, legal, tax, and sales teams to align market development efforts with technical capabilities, product roadmaps, and compliance requirements
Effectively develop and grow a network of supportive stakeholders across the public and private sectors that can aid in promoting Starlink’s growth in region
Build and grow a pipeline of commercial opportunities for our Enterprise Sales team to convert into revenue-generating agreements
Gather, retain, and service diverse customer requirements and work with the product engineering team to iterate on and improve SpaceX offerings to meet the needs of customers
Shape customer opportunities to fit Starlink product offerings
Ensure we adhere to the administrative regulations in our licenses and address any compliance-related matters in a timely manner
Identify, nurture, and close strategic connectivity opportunities with schools, hospitals, and other high-impact customers in markets you oversee as part of our corporate and social responsibility efforts.
Work with the Strategic Connectivity team to execute and ensure delivery is timely and smooth
Support our Satellite Policy team in expanding the scope of services SpaceX/Starlink is able to offer in markets across your region
Monitor geopolitical, economic, and regulatory risks that could impact market access or ongoing regulatory compliance
Develop mitigation plans and contingency strategies to ensure business continuity
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as the number of new markets entered, regulatory approvals secured, partnership deals closed, and revenue contributions from business development initiatives