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SpaceX· Posted Nov 10, 2026

Sr. Government Affairs Manager (National Security/ Appropriations)

Washington, DCfull timeOn Site

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senior

$155k–$220k

H1B: no

SpaceX The Sr. Government Affairs Manager supports SpaceX's federal lobbying and coalition building on national security and appropriations issues. This role manages legislative strategies, builds relationships with federal officials, and oversees consultants on government affairs matters.

Responsibilities

Support SpaceX 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 SpaceX 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

Qualification

Bachelor’s degreeAdvanced degree (MAPassion for SpaceX's mission and goals

Required

Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization

Preferred

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
Active Top Secret or TS/SCI with Polygraph. Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing