Texas State Government Affairs Lead

Starlink; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Texas-based Senior Government Affairs Manager to advance state government relations across Texas, including SpaceX facilities at Starbase, McGregor, Starlink operations in Bastrop, and Terafab. The role focuses on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy support to accelerate SpaceX’s mission and regional impact.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in public affairs, strong relationships with Texas leaders, and a track record of measurable outcomes in government

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with state and local leaders across the designated region to support core SpaceX and SpaceXAI priorities.
• Develop, maintain, and build-upon a network of relationships with local government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers.
• Monitor and analyze local and regional policy developments.
• Perform research as needed, develop policy and collateral materials.
• Support the director of Government Affairs with statewide government relations priorities as needed

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Public affairs

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Texas-based Senior Government Affairs Manager to advance state government relations across Texas, including SpaceX facilities at Starbase, McGregor, Starlink operations in Bastrop, and Terafab. The role focuses on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy support to accelerate SpaceX’s mission and regional impact.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in public affairs, strong relationships with Texas leaders, and a track record of measurable outcomes in government