Government Affairs Manager (Federal) at SpaceX
Washington, District of Columbia, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

145000.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Federal Lobbying, Coalition Building, Telecommunications, Broadband, Artificial Intelligence, Legislative Strategy, Policy Development, Relationship Building, Government Officials, Regulatory Decision-Makers, Legislative Language Drafting, Hearing Testimony, Policy Analysis, Presentation Development, Research, Policy Collateral Development

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER (FEDERAL) As a member of the SpaceX Government Affairs team, you will support SpaceX and Starlink’s business and growth objectives through direct federal lobbying efforts and strategic coalition building on a range of issues, including telecommunications, broadband, and artificial intelligence. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support SpaceX Government Affairs by serving as a front-line advocate for SpaceX on key policy areas, including broadband, artificial intelligence, and other related issues Shape SpaceX legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development for the federal government Develop, maintain, and build-upon a network of relationships with federal government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers, as appropriate 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 key audiences for SpaceX leadership Perform research as needed, develop policy and collateral materials BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree 5+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in science, policy, or political science, international affairs, or another relevant field Outstanding written and verbal communications skills Experience working on policy issues directly related to aerospace, artificial intelligence, breakthrough technology, or telecommunications at federal regulatory agencies or legislative committees/bodies Direct experience in achieving definitive legislative outcomes Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems Demonstrated ability to forge coalitions and partnerships Passion for SpaceX's mission and goals ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to travel,
Responsibilities
The manager will serve as a front-line advocate for SpaceX on key policy areas like broadband and artificial intelligence, shaping legislative strategies and developing policy positions for the federal government. This role involves building relationships with federal officials, drafting legislative language, attending hearings, and monitoring domestic policy developments.
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