Government Affairs Manager

EVONA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A space software company in Denver is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to lead policy engagement and regulatory strategy. The candidate should have experience in government affairs within regulated industries and a strong understanding of US government processes. This role offers the autonomy to shape regulatory strategy and requires strong communication skills for engagement with senior stakeholders. A unique opportunity to influence operations in a mission-critical sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in a highly regulated industry required.
• Comfortable translating complex regulatory topics to business impacts.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead government affairs and regulatory engagement strategy.
• Act as the primary interface with government agencies.
• Track and influence policy impacting space operations.
• Prepare policy briefings for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles

Strong understanding of US government processes

Proven experience engaging with federal agencies

Strong communication skills

Job description

A space software company is modernising satellite operations to enable reliable, autonomous missions. As the company continues to grow its government presence, it is hiring a Government Affairs Manager to lead policy engagement, regulatory strategy, and relationships with key public-sector stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead government affairs and regulatory engagement strategy aligned to business objectives
• Act as the primary interface with government agencies, regulators, and public-sector stakeholders
• Track, interpret, and influence policy and regulatory developments impacting space and satellite operations
• Support licensing, approvals, and compliance activities across federal and relevant international frameworks
• Advise leadership on regulatory risk, timelines, and policy-driven implications
• Build and maintain relationships with industry bodies, trade associations, and external partners
• Prepare policy briefings and executive-level updates for internal stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with legal, engineering, and operations teams

Key Requirements

• Experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles within a highly regulated industry
• Strong understanding of US government processes and regulatory environments
• Proven experience engaging with federal agencies or policymakers
• Background in space, satellite communications, telecoms, aerospace, defense, or similar sectors preferred
• Ability to translate complex regulatory topics into clear business impact
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-growing, technically complex environment

This is a high-impact opportunity to own government affairs within a mission-critical space software company supporting both commercial and government missions. The role offers autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape regulatory strategy alongside a technically driven leadership team.

📩 Interested? Apply now or get in touch directly with Chloe @ EVONA – [e-mail]