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Platform Integrity Manager (Starlink)

Join SpaceX as a Platform Integrity Manager to safeguard customer information while combating misuse of the Starlink service.

Location
Hawthorne, CA
Compensation
$135k–$200k/yr
Level
senior
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 2 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago

Skills & Technologies

Requirements

Experience
6+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
Sponsorship available

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Platform Integrity Manager at SpaceX plays a crucial role in safeguarding the Starlink service by identifying and mitigating risks associated with misuse and illicit activities. This position requires expertise in investigative techniques and data analysis, utilizing tools like SQL and Python to address potential threats effectively. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in global affairs or intelligence, along with a strong background in cybersecurity and abuse prevention. The role demands a balance between enforcing policies and protecting customer privacy, making it suitable for seasoned professionals in high-stakes environments.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze July 30, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 9, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at SpaceX: Redmond, WA, Bastrop, TX.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Management roles (median ~$170,000).
  • Starts above 15% of 40 comparable senior management roles in United States that list SQL we track (median $156,260 across 19 companies). See SQL salary trends
  • SQL appears in 5.9% of 951 comparable senior management roles in United States; ArcGIS appears in 0.6% of 951 comparable senior management roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Platform Integrity Manager (Starlink) role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA.
What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $135,000–$200,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 6 years of relevant experience for this Platform Integrity Manager (Starlink) role.
Where is the role based?
SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: ArcGIS, Python, R, SQL.
Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?
Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Platform Integrity Manager (Starlink) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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.

PLATFORM INTEGRITY MANAGER (STARLINK)

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 Platform Integrity Manager, known internally as Customer Integrity & Threat Detection Manager, 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
  • Design and develop solutions to priority risks. Own their deployment and effectiveness in concert with a wide range of stakeholders  
  • Represent the team in cross-functional groups and in appropriate areas of expertise
  • Establish yourself as an expert in 2+ relevant investigative techniques, technologies or abuse prevention strategies
  • Reactively investigate potential issues such as scams, fraud, and illicit goods and activities  
  • 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 6+ years of professional experience in global affairs, intelligence, or investigations; OR 8+ years of professional experience in global affairs, intelligence, or investigations in lieu of a degree
  • 6+ 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)
  • 6+ years of experience investigating, mitigating, or dealing with illicit operators (e.g., fraud, abuse, cybersecurity, or other illicit activities)
  • 3+ years owning and driving improvements in processes, technology, or other business areas to improve customer integrity or related capabilities

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience enabling others, influencing organizational decisions, and building consensus around solutions to challenging problems
  • 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 Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite—remote work not considered
  • Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 3: $135,000.00 - $200,000.00

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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