Executive Assistant - Starlink

About SpaceX and Starlink

SpaceX envisions a future where humanity explores beyond Earth, actively developing technology that supports human settlement on Mars. As part of this mission, Starlink is creating the world's largest satellite network to provide high-speed internet connectivity to underserved areas worldwide.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support a senior leader within the Starlink division. This challenging role involves managing complex calendars, facilitating cross-team projects, and enabling smooth operations within a fast-moving environment focused on advancing space communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee meetings, calendar management, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, and handle incoming communications with appropriate screening and delegation.
• Execute confidential and intricate administrative tasks using tools such as Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Confluence, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including drafting correspondence, maintaining spreadsheets, managing Confluence pages, and assembling presentations.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail with flexibility for daily adjustments, maintaining efficiency without compromising quality.
• Drive project momentum for high-impact initiatives involving staffing, resource allocations, budget handling, onboarding, workspace planning, and strategic improvements for team collaboration.
• Coordinate site visits for internal teams and external guests by managing visitor security, reserving facilities, arranging catering, assembling presentation materials, and preparing gifts to ensure positive experiences.
• Plan, organize, and participate in events such as team meetings, customer engagements, and conference participation including ancillary events.
• Support both personal and professional matters for executives as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree required.
• At least 3 years of experience supporting C-suite executives as an executive assistant.
• Preferred: 5+ years of relevant professional experience with proficient computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex personal and professional schedules for senior leadership.
• Experience contributing to project scoping, schedule management, and effective stakeholder communication.
• Excellent organization skills with strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proactive problem solver who works independently with strong enthusiasm and energy.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects independently and simultaneously.

Additional Requirements

• Position physically located onsite in Palo Alto, CA.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to company sites, partners, or clients.
• Capability to work extended hours, including weekends when necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this role ranges between $90,000 and $160,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined individually based on qualifications, experience, and skills.

Beyond base salary, employees may be eligible for long-term incentives such as stock awards, options, or cash bonuses, as well as discounted stock purchase plans. Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance, 401(k) plans, disability coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, multiple discounts and perks, three weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays annually, and paid sick leave consistent with or exceeding legal requirements.

ITAR Compliance

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, or eligible to obtain necessary U.S. Department of State authorizations complying with export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SpaceX is committed to a merit-based hiring process free from discrimination on any legally protected basis including race, gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, and more. Reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process are available upon request.