Senior Government Affairs Manager — Louisiana Community Relations

SpaceX; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Sr. Government Affairs Manager for SpaceX at the new Pecan Island launch site in Louisiana. You will lead external affairs, manage local and state government relationships, and drive community and educational outreach, reporting to the Government Affairs leadership.

The role requires energy, initiative, and dependability to advance SpaceX's community relations strategy. You will build a robust network of civic and regulatory contacts, analyze policy developments, and coordinate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8+ years of experience in public affairs including state/local government policy, advocacy, government affairs, and/or legislative navigation and crisis/issue management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with civic leaders across Pecan Island and the broader Louisiana region to support SpaceX priorities.
• Develop, maintain, and build relationships with local government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers.
• Monitor and analyze local and regional policy developments.
• Perform research, develop policy and collateral materials.
• Partner with SpaceX Communications to identify and support outreach and messaging opportunities.
• Support the director of Government Affairs with statewide government relations priorities as needed.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy analysis

Crisis/issue management

Public affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Sr. Government Affairs Manager for SpaceX at the new Pecan Island launch site in Louisiana. You will lead external affairs, manage local and state government relationships, and drive community and educational outreach, reporting to the Government Affairs leadership.

The role requires energy, initiative, and dependability to advance SpaceX's community relations strategy. You will build a robust network of civic and regulatory contacts, analyze policy developments, and coordinate