Texas Government Affairs Lead

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to advance state government relations across Texas, including Starbase, McGregor, Bastrop, and Grimes County. The role focuses on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy support to accelerate SpaceX’s mission and community impact.

The candidate will build relationships with local leaders, monitor policy developments, support cross-functional teams, and travel to onsite locations as needed; remote or hybrid work will not be

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public affairs including state/local government policy, advocacy, government affairs, or legislative navigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with state and local leaders to support SpaceX priorities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local government officials and decision-makers.
• Monitor and analyze local/regional policy developments.
• Perform research and develop policy materials as needed.
• Support the director of Government Affairs with statewide priorities.

Skills

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Crisis management

Legislative navigation

Communications

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to advance state government relations across Texas, including Starbase, McGregor, Bastrop, and Grimes County. The role focuses on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy support to accelerate SpaceX’s mission and community impact.

The candidate will build relationships with local leaders, monitor policy developments, support cross-functional teams, and travel to onsite locations as needed; remote or hybrid work will not be