Director of State and Local Government Affairs
K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA
Posted 22 days ago · $190,000 - $270,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 22 days K2 Space 's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 78% of K2 Space 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at K2 Space
- low 0 stale, 0 reposted of 220 open
- Hiring momentum
- 244 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from K2 Space 's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for K2 Space .
About this role
The Director of State and Local Government Affairs at K2 Space will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with California's state and local government entities, particularly focusing on the State Legislature and the Governor's office. This role involves developing engagement strategies, briefing VIPs on the company's mission, and monitoring legislative activities that impact K2's operations. The position requires a strong political network and effective communication skills to navigate the regulatory landscape and enhance the company's visibility in the aerospace sector.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of K2 Space as an employer.
What you need
- 7-12+ years of experience in government or government affairs at the state or local level in California or Los Angeles or Sacramento
- Strong existing California political network
- Effective briefing skills to represent K2 before state, local, and federal policymakers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate highly-technical subjects into clear policy positions and decision points for government officials
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and work across the company to achieve outcomes
- Based in Torrance or Sacramento, California, with regular travel to K2 Space's Washington, DC, office and other locations as needed
Nice to have
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or space industry policy
- Existing relationships within the California State Legislature, Governor's office, or Los Angeles city/county government
What you get
- Base salary range for this role is $190,000 - $270,000 + equity in the company
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Role requires regular travel to Washington, DC, which may impact work-life balance
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet 100% of preferred skills, indicating a flexible hiring approach
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Listed by K2 Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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