Sr. Business Operations Manager (Starlink Growth)

SpaceXRedmond, WA

leadRegularPosted 8 Oct 2026

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>SR. BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER (STARLINK GROWTH0</strong></span></p>

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Starlink is a revolutionary satellite constellation, delivering low-latency broadband internet around the world – bringing an unprecedented opportunity to significantly impact communities, businesses, and governments worldwide. The North America Business Development team is seeking a<strong> </strong></span><span data-contrast="auto">Sr. Business Operations Manager</span><span data-contrast="auto"> to serve as a pivotal partner in defining and executing go-to-market (GTM) strategy across both third-party and direct starlink.com selling channels. This role owns the operational backbone of North American Business Development initiatives while driving foundational GTM strategy work that shapes the team’s long-term direction. In addition, the role owns day-to-day channel growth for starlink.com in North America and works cross-functionally to maximize Starlink fulfilments and subscribers. It is vital that Starlink deals, partnerships, and direct-to-consumer efforts be optimized for speed, scale, and balanced growth. This role requires deep program management and business operations expertise, comfort working with both people and data, and fluency in financial analysis, reporting, pricing, promotions, and the day-to-day mechanics that make Starlink business development and direct channel initiatives run.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":200}"> </span></p>

<p><span data-contrast="auto">The ideal candidate combines strong program management, business operations, and chief-of-staff capabilities with strategic rigor, GTM expertise, and long-term vision. This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of connectivity technologies with a world-class team focused on connecting every household and traveler.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":240}"> </span></p>

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></strong></p>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Own and drive GTM strategy for North America across both third-party channels and Starlink.com, ensuring alignment on prioritization, resource allocation, and growth objectives</span></li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Own day-to-day channel growth for starlink.com in North America, including performance tracking, conversion optimization, and cross-functional coordination to maximize the business</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Provide strategic insight across the North America Business Development team to minimize cannibalization and maximize balanced growth between third-party and starlink.com</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Assist with pricing strategy and promotions development for both Starlink.com and third-party channels, partnering with finance, marketing, and commercial teams to design and evaluate programs that drive incremental growth</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Own the operationalization of existing and upcoming business development and GTM initiatives, driving program management, deal pipeline tracking, cross-functional coordination, and execution discipline so initiatives move with speed and scale</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Create data visualization and present analysis on leading and lagging indicators, along with clear recommendations and optimization planning to leadership stakeholders</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Conduct new vertical, competitor, and market research, develop big-bet hypotheses, and perform structured assessments of broad business intelligence, target partners, channels, and direct GTM opportunities to inform team prioritization and resource allocation</li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Report on progress of strategy, operations, and GTM initiatives, presenting insights, risks, and recommendations directly to Starlink leadership<span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":80}"> </span></li>

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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong></p>

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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or a related field</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":80}"> </span></li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">7+ years of experience in business operations, program management, strategy, GTM and ecommerce, consulting, investment banking, or related roles involving complex initiatives</span></li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">4+ years of experience driving execution of revenue or growth-oriented programs, including tracking, reporting, and operationalizing commercial or direct-to-consumer initiatives<span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":200}"> </span></li>

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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</span></strong></p>

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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven background in program management, business operations, GTM strategy, or chief-of-staff roles supporting high-growth or commercial teams in technology, telecommunications, utilities, or subscription-based services</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":80}"> </span></li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience owning or supporting direct-to-consumer (e.g., e-commerce) channel growth alongside third-party or partner channels, with demonstrated ability to balance growth and minimize cannibalization</span></li>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769242":[8226],&a

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