Advisor DC Aerospace Standards

Fullsight; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SAE International in the Washington, DC area seeks a Senior Principal to lead government and industry engagement for the Aerospace Standards program, shaping strategy and expanding adoption of SAE standards with agencies, industry groups, and stakeholders.

The role requires 10+ years in policy or industry relations, a technical aerospace background, and proven ability to manage high‑level partnerships; domestic travel up to 40% and potential hybrid/remote work.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in business and/or associations, including government interactions
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Proven experience managing high‑level stakeholder relationships
• Experience in aerospace, operations, or regulatory environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support and promote aerospace standards programs with government and industry stakeholders
• Lead government and industry engagement efforts in Washington, DC
• Coordinate activities and committees for standards development
• Build and convert a pipeline of government-funded opportunities
• Represent the organization in government venues and industry forums

Skills

Stakeholder management

Government relations

Project management

Strategic thinking

Policy analysis

Verbal communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy or engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (ITC), Performance Review Institute (PRI) and SAE International (SAE), deliver shared solutions to industry's common challenges. Join us and create a higher standard for a better world. The Senior Principal, Aerospace Standards Government & Industry Engagement plays a key role in managing high-level relationships and shaping strategy for the Aerospace Standards program in Washington, DC. In this role, you will represent and promote SAE International's aerospace standards interests with government agencies, industry organizations, and other key stakeholders in the Washington, DC area. You will lead government and industry relations efforts, advance aerospace standards initiatives, and support colleagues across the organization with Washington, DC-based activities. This position has a direct impact on expanding the acceptance and use of SAE standards across the aerospace sector.

Essential Functions

• Support and promote the SAE Aerospace Standards program in Washington, DC by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders — including FAA, DoD, NASA, AIA, ALPA, A4A, and GAMA — to increase the acceptance and use of SAE standards by government and industry
• Explore and identify opportunities in expanding and emerging technologies to support industry standards development in new technical areas
• Coordinate and support assigned activities and committees to ensure timely and efficient development of aerospace standards and standards-related products and services, including those focused on new technology and innovation
• Motivate and guide stakeholder leadership involved in Aerospace Standards activities, fostering effective engagement and collaboration across government and industry partners
• Build and convert a pipeline of government‑funded opportunities that expand SAE standards development into emerging and high‑growth technology areas

Minimum Requirements

• 10 years of experience in business and/or associations, including at least five years of experience working with government agencies in Washington, DC, or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in public policy, engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical preferred), or a related field
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Proven experience managing high‑level stakeholder relationships
• Experience in the aerospace industry, operations, or regulatory environment
• Skilled at high‑level government interface, with the ability to effectively represent an organization in government venues
• Skilled at engaging with industry organizations and associations
• Ability to organize, promote, and manage meetings and seminars effectively
• Understanding of the consensus standards development process
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to assimilate information and identify opportunities and challenges related to government and industry policy is preferred
• A strong understanding of government perspectives and a solid understanding of aerospace industry perspectives is a plus

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position operates in a standard office environment. The role requires the ability to work for extended periods at a computer or desk, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Domestic and international travel is required approximately 40% of the time to support government and industry engagement, attend meetings, and represent the organization at relevant events and venues.

This position may be performed on a hybrid or remote basis, depending on organizational needs and role requirements. Candidates should be prepared to work on‑site or travel as business needs dictate.

The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position. Candidates requiring accommodation during the application or interview process, or in performing job functions, are encouraged to make that need known so that appropriate arrangements can be considered.

This position may be performed on a hybrid or remote basis, depending on organizational needs and role requirements. Candidates should be prepared to work on‑site or travel as business needs dictate.

#SAE ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

SAE Industry Technologies Consortia® (SAE ITC) enables organizations to define and pilot best practices. SAE ITC industry stakeholders are able to work together to effectively solve common problems, achieve mutual benefit for industry, and create business value.

The Performance Review Institute® (PRI) is the world leader in facilitating collaborative supply chain oversight programs, quality management systems approvals, and professional development in industries where safety and quality are shared values.

SAE International® (SAEI) is a global organization serving the mobility sector, predominantly in the aerospace, automotive and commercial‑vehicle industries, fostering innovation, and enabling engineering professionals.

Since 1905, SAE has harnessed the collective wisdom of engineers around the world to create industry‑enabling standards. Likewise, SAE members have advanced their knowledge and understanding of mobility engineering through our information resources, professional development, and networking.

Fullsight is a shared services group working across three affiliate organizations, SAE ITC, SAE International, and Performance Review Institute (PRI), uniformly delivering HR, IT, Legal, Customer Success, Finance, and Procurement services, which enables us to distribute resources across all parts of our businesses.

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Fullsight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We help the mobility industry adopt promising technologies at scale by laying the groundwork for best practices.

The scientific and engineering communities are rich with innovative ideas that need implementation to make a positive difference and better our tomorrows. We nurture the future‑forward ideas that show gathering momentum and provides them a robust foundation to grow. For over a century, our organizations and affiliates have been at the forefront of mobility solutions. Our storied history, our unparalleled authority in practically every aspect of mobility engineering, and our neutral voice ensures we are at the cutting edge of new and emerging technologies now – and in the future

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