Bachelor's degree with 4+ years in global affairs, intelligence, or investigations; OR 6+ years of relevant professional experience without a degree
Proficient in data querying (SQL), scripting (Python), geospatial (ArcGIS), and statistical software (R) for 4+ years
Experience investigating or mitigating illicit activities for at least 4 years
Demonstrated strong analytical research and communication abilities
Responsibilities
Proactively identify and assess risks to platform integrity and potential misuse
Develop strategies to detect and mitigate threats
Investigate and respond to issues like fraud and scams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen relationships
Conduct reviews for legal and compliance requirements
Apply principles of customer privacy while targeting harmful activities
Benefits
Onsite position in Bastrop, TX with no remote work options
Opportunity to travel up to 15% for business
Potential for extended hours or weekend work as needed
Full Job Description
SR. BUSINESS ANALYST (STARLINK PLATFORM INTEGRITY)
At SpaceX, we are committed to ensuring the service remains a force for good and sustains trust worldwide: both connecting the unconnected and executing thorough processes to detect and prevent misuse by illicit operators. We are looking for an experienced Sr. Business Analyst, known internally as Sr. Customer Integrity & Threat Detection Analyst to detect, disrupt, and investigate potential misuse of the service-including proactively combating and deterring illicit operators. This person must strike the careful balance of safeguarding customer information and privacy while applying enforcement measures and executing with an even-handed approach, avoiding overreach and disproportionate collateral impacts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Proactively identify and assess platform integrity and abuse risks
Develop technical detection and mitigation strategies
React to investigate potential issues such as scams, fraud, and illicit goods/activities
Partner with cross-functional teams and deepen our relationships with them
Conduct periodic reviews to support legal and compliance obligations
Execute with consideration for customer privacy, targeting activities of indisputable harm and avoiding overreach
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of professional experience in global affairs, intelligence, or investigations; OR 6+ years of professional experience in global affairs, intelligence, or investigations in lieu of a degree
4+ years of experience with data querying languages (e.g., SQL), scripting languages (e.g., Python), geospatial tools (e.g., ArcGIS), and/or statistical software (e.g., R)
4+ years of experience investigating, mitigating, or dealing with illicit operators (e.g., fraud, abuse, cybersecurity, or other illicit activities)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Strong analytical research and communication skills, including excellent written and oral communication skills
International professional exposure (e.g., working abroad or on global initiatives/businesses)
Experience in cybersecurity operations, threat detection, or vulnerability assessment in high-stakes environments
Experience with research and intelligence analytic techniques, including open-source intelligence (OSINT) data techniques
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment in a fast-paced, high-tech environment
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Familiarity with U.S. and international economic sanctions and export control laws and regulations
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel as needed for business (15%)
This position is based in Bastrop, TX and requires being onsite-remote work not considered
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
About SpaceX
SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
