Director, Federal Affairs & Policy Strategy

SpaceX; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Washington, DC is seeking a Government Affairs Director to lead the X Government Affairs team, directing federal lobbying efforts and coalition building to advance SpaceX's policy objectives on issues like broadband and AI.

This role requires senior leadership, strategic policy development, and the ability to manage consultants, draft legislative language, monitor domestic policy, and report metrics to SpaceX leadership; onsite in DC with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization.
• 4+ years of direct people leadership experience managing government affairs teams/personnel.

Responsibilities

• Own the support of the X Government Affairs team by serving as a front-line advocate for X on key policy areas, including broadband, artificial intelligence, and other related issues
• Shape X legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development for the federal government
• Develop, maintain, and build-up a network of relationships with federal government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers
• Oversee and manage consultants and third-parties engaged in X Government Affairs matters
• Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions
• Monitor and analyze domestic policy developments
• Prepare presentations, deliverables and key metrics for X leadership
• Perform research as needed, develop policy and collateral materials

Skills

Policy advocacy

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MA/JD/PhD)

Job description

SpaceX in Washington, DC is seeking a Government Affairs Director to lead the X Government Affairs team, directing federal lobbying efforts and coalition building to advance SpaceX's policy objectives on issues like broadband and AI.

This role requires senior leadership, strategic policy development, and the ability to manage consultants, draft legislative language, monitor domestic policy, and report metrics to SpaceX leadership; onsite in DC with travel up to 25%.