Hiring: Government Affairs Director, X Company: SpaceX Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:23:39 Employment Type: Remote About the job Experience: •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 X's mission and goals Required Skills: •Own the support of the X Government Affairs team by serving as a front-line advocate for X on key policy areas, including broadband, artificial intelligence, and other related issues •Shape X 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 X Government Affairs matters •Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions •Monitor and analyze domestic policy developments •Prepare presentations, deliverables and key metrics for X leadership •Perform research as needed, develop policy and collateral materials Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree •10+ years of professional experience working on legislative matters in the private sector or a government organization •4+ years of direct people leadership experience managing government affairs teams/ personnel •Must be willing to travel, Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of X •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 •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. •Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in science, policy, or political science, international affairs, or another relevant field Compensation: •$190,000 - $270,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!