Job 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, here .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com *. *