Government Affairs Manager (North/Mid Atlantic)
Spacex
$115,000 - $165,000 / year
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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 (NORTH/MID-ATLANTIC)
The Government Affairs Manager (North/Mid-Atlantic) will advance SpaceX and SpaceXSI’s state government relations efforts across the North and Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. This role focuses on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and policy support for SpaceX and SpaceXSI’s facilities. The position requires the energy, initiative, and dependability to deliver results that reflect SpaceX’s commitment to the rapid and reliable advancement of spaceflight and the expansion of human presence beyond Earth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead engagement with state and local leaders across the designated region to support core SpaceX and SpaceXSI 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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years of experience working in public or government affairs, including but not limited to state and local government policy, advocacy, and/or legislative navigation and crisis/issue management
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience and existing relationships with community leaders across the North and Mid-Atlantic US region
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across a variety of stakeholder groups and issue areas
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Demonstrated history of achieving definitive, measurable outcomes through political or community engagement
- Experience working on issues directly related to corporate community relations
- Knowledge of local government affairs practices
- Passion for SpaceX and SpaceXSI's mission and goals
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to travel to support company priorities at onsite locations
- Flexibility required including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
- Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX and SpaceXSI
- This role requires you to be onsite when you aren't traveling for work events/functions. Remote work or hybrid work will not be considered
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 3: $115,000.00 - $165,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR 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.
Benefits
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
About this role
SpaceX is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to lead state and local government relations across the North and Mid-Atlantic region. You would manage relationships with state legislators, local officials, and regulatory decision-makers to advance SpaceX and SpaceXSI's priorities in the region. The role combines legislative strategy, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement—monitoring regional policy developments, conducting research, drafting policy materials, and supporting the Director of Government Affairs on broader statewide initiatives.
The position calls for at least five years of experience in public or government affairs, with demonstrated success in state and local policy, advocacy, legislative navigation, and issue management. Existing relationships or deep familiarity with the North and Mid-Atlantic region is preferred, along with a track record of building coalitions across diverse stakeholder groups and delivering measurable political or community engagement outcomes. You'll need strong communication skills, the ability to work cross-functionally, and genuine commitment to SpaceX's mission.
This is a Washington, DC-based hybrid role with significant travel requirements and flexibility expectations, including long hours and weekend work when needed to support operations and project timelines. You must be a U.S. citizen, green card holder, refugee, or asylee to meet ITAR export control requirements. The salary range is $115,000 to $165,000, with eligibility for stock options, bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and three weeks of paid vacation plus ten or more paid holidays annually.
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