Government Affairs Manager (national Security)

SpaceX

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
5+ years legislative experience
Federal appropriations expertise
Defense and intelligence committee knowledge
This role supports SpaceX and Starlink's growth objectives through direct federal lobbying on telecommunications, broadband, and national security issues

Job Summary

  • This role supports SpaceX and Starlink's growth objectives through direct federal lobbying on telecommunications, broadband, and national security issues.
  • The position requires shaping legislative strategies specifically with defense appropriations committees and intelligence authorization committees while managing third-party consultants.
  • Candidates must be willing to travel more than 25%, work long hours including weekends, and maintain an onsite presence in Washington, DC.

Matching Summary

This role supports SpaceX and Starlink's growth objectives through direct federal lobbying on telecommunications, broadband, and national security issues.

Salary

Base: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for stock awards, cash awards, and discretionary bonuses; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave, 3 weeks vacation, 10+ holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years legislative experience
  • federal appropriations expertise
  • defense and intelligence committee knowledge
  • direct federal lobbying efforts
  • coalition building on national security

Nice-to-have

  • advanced degree in political science or law
  • passion for SpaceX mission goals
  • ability to forge complex partnerships
  • outstanding written and verbal communication
  • experience drafting legislative language

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status per ITAR
  • 5+ years professional experience in legislative matters

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for State Department authorizations

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