Senior Government Affairs - Federal Policy & Coalitions

SpaceX; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Health coverage

Job summary

SpaceX in Washington, DC is seeking a Sr. Government Affairs Manager to lead federal lobbying efforts and policy development on broadband, AI, and related issues. You will build coalitions and represent SpaceX with lawmakers and regulatory decision-makers.

This onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience; an advanced degree is preferred. You will oversee consultants, draft policy positions, analyze developments, and prepare presentations for SpaceX leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of legislative affairs experience in private sector or government
• Advanced degree in science, policy, or political science preferred
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Experience on policy issues related to aerospace, AI, or telecommunications at federal level
• Direct experience achieving legislative outcomes
• Ability to forge coalitions and partnerships
• Passion for SpaceX's mission and goals

Responsibilities

• Support SpaceX Government Affairs as a front-line advocate for SpaceX on key policy areas, including broadband, AI, and related issues
• Shape SpaceX legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development for the federal government
• Develop and maintain relationships with federal government officials and regulatory decision-makers
• Oversee and manage consultants and third-parties engaged in SpaceX government affairs matters
• Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions
• Monitor and analyze domestic policy developments
• Prepare presentations for SpaceX leadership
• Perform research, develop policy and collateral materials

Skills

Written and verbal communications

Coalitions & partnerships

Problem solving

Passion for SpaceX mission

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in science, policy, or political science, international affairs, or another relevant field

Job description

SpaceX in Washington, DC is seeking a Sr. Government Affairs Manager to lead federal lobbying efforts and policy development on broadband, AI, and related issues. You will build coalitions and represent SpaceX with lawmakers and regulatory decision-makers.

This onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience; an advanced degree is preferred. You will oversee consultants, draft policy positions, analyze developments, and prepare presentations for SpaceX leadership.