SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Global Government Affairs Manager

Business & StrategyPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeBrussels, BelgiumNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required.
At least five years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization is required.
Willingness to travel less than 40% is required.
Willingness to attend political and industry events on behalf of SpaceX is required.
Flexibility to work long hours and weekends when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines is required.

Responsibilities

Support Global Government Affairs and the international rollout of Starlink, including government relations work to facilitate and accelerate licensing, market access, and regulatory approvals worldwide.
Shape spectrum and business operations objectives, as well as broadband policy discussions and initiatives in the United States and with foreign administrations.
Develop, maintain, and build relationships with international government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers.
Oversee and manage consultants and third parties engaged in SpaceX global government affairs matters.
Shape SpaceX global legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development.
Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions.
Monitor and analyze international market policy developments.
Prepare presentations for key audiences, including SpaceX leadership.
Conduct research as needed and develop policy and collateral materials.

Desired Qualifications

An advanced degree (MA, JD, or PhD) in science, policy, political science, international affairs, or another relevant field is preferred.
Experience working on issues directly related to international telecommunications regulatory agencies or legislative committees and bodies, and international telecom organizations, is preferred.
Knowledge of launch vehicles, satellites, and space technology and policy matters is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology is preferred.
Direct experience achieving definitive legislative outcomes is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to forge coalitions and partnerships is preferred.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

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.

GLOBAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER

SpaceX is looking for a Global Government Affairs Manager to support our needs in Brussels, Belgium. You will be supporting Starlink, providing high-speed broadband around the world, helping to connect the unserved and underserved. As a member of the team, you will help enable Starlink's expansion internationally through direct lobbying efforts and strategic coalition building.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Global Government Affairs and international roll-out of Starlink, including government relations support to facilitate and accelerate licensing, market access, and regulatory approvals worldwide
Shape spectrum, business operations objectives, and broadband policy discussions and initiatives in the U.S. and with foreign administrations
Develop, maintain, and build-upon a network of relationships with international government officials, lawmakers, and regulatory decision-makers
Oversee and manage consultants and third-parties engaged in SpaceX global government affairs matters
Shape SpaceX global legislative strategies, tactics, and policy development
Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions
Monitor and analyze international market 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 issues directly related to international telecommunications regulatory agencies or legislative committees/bodies; and international telecom organizations
Knowledge of launch vehicles, satellites, and space technology and policy matters
Thorough knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology
Direct experience in achieving definitive legislative outcomes
Passion for SpaceX's mission and goals and rural connectivity
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
Demonstrated ability to forge coalitions and partnerships
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel, <40%
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

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.

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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