Sr. Government Affairs Manager

The role

You will support SpaceX and Starlink business and growth objectives through direct federal lobbying and strategic coalition building. This includes working on issues such as telecommunications, broadband, and artificial intelligence.

What you will do

• Serve as a front-line advocate for SpaceX on key policy areas
• 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
• Oversee and manage consultants and third-parties
• 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

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization
• Must be willing to travel, <25%
• Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX

Nice to have

• 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/bodi
• 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

Benefits

• Company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company was founded on the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting.