Government Affairs Director, X
SpaceX · Washington, DC
Posted about a month ago · $190,000.00 - $270,000.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 33 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 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 SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
The Government Affairs Director at SpaceX will lead the X Government Affairs team, focusing on federal lobbying and coalition building around key policy areas such as broadband and artificial intelligence. Responsibilities include shaping legislative strategies, managing relationships with government officials, overseeing consultants, drafting legislative language, and monitoring policy developments. The role requires a strong advocate for X's business objectives and involves preparing presentations and policy materials for leadership.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 3/5
- 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 SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- 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
Nice to have
- 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 at federal regulatory agencies or legislative committees/bodies
- Direct experience in achieving definitive legislative outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
What you get
- Pay Range: Level 3: $190,000.00 - $270,000.00
- Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- Must be willing to travel, <25%
- Must be willing to attend political and industry events on behalf of X
- Flexibility required, including long hours and weekend work when necessary
- This position requires being onsite in Washington, DC – remote work not considered
Summarised from SpaceX's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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