Join SpaceX as a Sr. Business Analyst to safeguard customer integrity and combat misuse of the Starlink platform.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 10 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Sr. Business Analyst for Starlink Platform Integrity at SpaceX, the individual will focus on identifying and mitigating risks related to platform integrity and potential misuse of services. Key skills include proficiency in data querying and scripting languages, as well as experience in investigating illicit activities. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in global affairs or cybersecurity, particularly those who thrive in fast-paced, high-tech environments. The role emphasizes a balanced approach to customer privacy while enforcing necessary measures against abuse.
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, Hawthorne, CA.
- Python appears in 16.4% of 2465 comparable senior other roles in United States; ArcGIS appears in 0.2% of 2465 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. Business Analyst (Starlink Platform Integrity) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Bastrop, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 4 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Business Analyst (Starlink Platform Integrity) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Bastrop, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: ArcGIS, Python, R, SQL.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Business Analyst (Starlink Platform Integrity) 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.
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:
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