EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MANAGER

The External Affairs Manager will lead External Affairs for SpaceX and xAI in Hawthorne, CA for a variety of intersecting business functions, including local and state government relationships, community and business relations, and educational outreach. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to help ensure that SpaceX has a robust and continually growing relationship with the local community. The position requires the energy, initiative and dependability to produce results in support of SpaceX’s Community Relations strategic plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead engagement with civic leaders across the designated region to support core SpaceX and xAI 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
• Partner with the SpaceX Communications team to identify and support outreach and messaging opportunities
• 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 affairs, including but not limited to state and local government policy, advocacy, government affairs, and/or legislative navigation and crisis/issue management

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience and existing relationships with community leaders in Hawthorne, CA
• 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'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 xAI
• 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:    
Government Affairs Manager: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year    
        
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.

SR. GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER 

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
• 10+ 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, <25%
• Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX
• Flexibility required, including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
• This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite – remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Sr. Manager, Government Affairs: $150,000.00 - $205,000.00/per year    
    
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, stock options, 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.

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER (NATIONAL SECURITY)

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 national security.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Government Affairs by serving as a front-line advocate for SpaceX on key policy areas, including national security and defense and Intelligence Community matters, artificial intelligence, satellite communications, and other national security capabilities
• Shape legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development for the federal government, particularly with defense appropriations committees and intelligence authorization committees
• 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 engaged in SpaceX government affairs matters
• Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions
• Monitor and analyze relevant national security policy and funding 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:

• Direct experience with federal appropriations, especially defense and classified appropriations
• Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in science, policy, or political science, international affairs, or another relevant field
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
• 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:

• Willing to travel more than 25%
• Willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX
• Flexibility required, including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
• This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

Pay range:    
Government Affairs Manager: $:110,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year          

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.

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, <25%
• Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX
• Flexibility required, including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
• This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite – remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Government Affairs Manager: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year    
    
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, stock options, 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.

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MANAGER (TENNESSEE)

The External Affairs Manager will lead External Affairs for SpaceX and xAI in Tennessee for a variety of intersecting business functions, including local and state government relationships, community and business relations, and educational outreach. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to help ensure that SpaceX has a robust and continually growing relationship with the local community. The position requires the energy, initiative and dependability to produce results in support of SpaceX’s Community Relations strategic plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead engagement with civic leaders across Memphis and the broader Tennessee region to support core SpaceX and xAI 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
• Partner with the SpaceX Communications team to identify and support outreach and messaging opportunities
• 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 affairs, including but not limited to state and local government policy, advocacy, government affairs, and/or legislative navigation and crisis/issue management

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience and existing relationships with community leaders in Tennessee
• 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's mission and goals

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel statewide to support company priorities
• 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 xAI