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Commercial Counsel, Starlink

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted 8 days ago · $190,000.00 - $255,000.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
8 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.

About this role

As a Commercial Counsel for Starlink at SpaceX, you will provide legal review and solutions-based counseling on various complex legal and business issues related to satellite internet services. Your responsibilities will include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, managing legal risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle. You will also support the continuous improvement of legal processes and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
  • 4+ years of legal experience
  • Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State
  • This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite
  • Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Nice to have

  • Experience at a well-regarded law firm
  • Experience as an in-house lawyer ideally within the tech industry
  • Experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company
  • Experience providing legal advice related to commercial technology transactions
  • Experience negotiating contracts with international governments

What you get

  • Pay Range: $190,000.00 - $255,000.00
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock or long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • Remote work not considered
  • Role may involve rapid developments and changes in direction
  • Position requires a strong ability to work independently and cross-functionally

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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