Sourcing Specialist, Contracts (Starlink)

• Negotiate and manage contracts for Starlink's ground infrastructure, including colocation agreements, land leases, construction services, equipment installation, maintenance agreements, and other connectivity services with datacenters, utility providers, contractors, and telecom operators.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, legal, finance, and operations) to align contract terms with technical and regulatory requirements in different countries.

• Conduct risk assessments, vendor evaluations, and due diligence on potential partners to minimize supply chain disruptions and ensure adherence to ITAR, export control, and environmental regulations.

• Monitor contract performance, resolve disputes, and manage amendments or renewals to support scaling Starlink's network infrastructure in diverse geographies around the world.

• Ensure all contracts comply with SpaceX policies, federal acquisition regulations (FAR), and international standards, while contributing to process improvements in procurement workflows.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders to negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and innovative solutions for high-availability network infrastructure.

• Create new contract vehicles to support acquisition and scaling of new services that Starlink needs to support users around the world.

• Bachelor's degree in business, law, supply chain management; OR 2+ years of experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating legal contracts and/or commercial terms.

• Experience drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts in one of the following domains: telecommunications, data centers, or infrastructure procurement.

• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs

• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills

• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills to work as a team-player, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

• Ability to conduct all activities with the highest degree of integrity

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

• Strong understanding of commercial contract, commercial terms, and risk management principles

• Experience with vendor management and procurement processes in a technical or engineering-driven environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and contract management tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, or similar)

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

• This position is based in Redmond, WA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

• 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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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