Government Affairs Manager
Long Beach, NY - USA
Job Summary
At Relativity Space were building rockets to serve todays needs and tomorrows breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But thats just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science exploration and innovation pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.
Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy ownership and impact exist at every level. Here youre not just executing tasks; youre solving problems that havent been solved before helping develop a rocket a factory and a business from the ground up. Whether youre in propulsion manufacturing software avionics or a corporate function youll collaborate across teams shape decisions and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand and your voice will help define the stories were writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where its early enough to leave your mark on the product the process andthe culture but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.
About the Team:
The Government Affairs team plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of aerospace by ensuring Relativitys voice is heard where it matters most: on Capitol Hill across executive agencies and with state and local stakeholders. We drive day-to-day advocacy to influence policy outcomes that support the companys business goals economic development facilities and partnerships. From drafting legislative language and attending hearings to analyzing federal budgets and attending political events were deeply embedded in the fast-moving world of space policy. This is a rare chance to help define national priorities break down barriers to innovation and influence the landscape that will define the future of space.
About the Role:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with state county and city officials; local economic development and workforce organizations; and represent the company before industry associations Chambers of Commerce and workforce boards
- Monitor and analyze state and local legislative regulatory and policy developments that impact company operations; advocate for the companys priorities before state legislatures regulatory agencies and local governing bodies
- Identify and shape opportunities for tax incentives grants workforce development programs and other economic development benefits
- Coordinate with local governments on operational concerns permitting and community relations; participate in relevant conferences public forums and stakeholder meetings in coordination with the Communications team
About You:
- Bachelors degree in political science public policy public administration or related field and 3-5 years of professional experience in government affairs public policy legislative affairs or advocacypreferably with state and local government focus
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and policymakers; strong understanding of state legislative and local government processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including experience drafting policy materials testimony and advocacy documents; proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
- Willingness to travel regularly (up to 30%)
Nice to haves but not required:
- Existing relationships with elected officials agency leaders or staff in California Florida and/or Mississippi
- Prior experience in aerospace advanced manufacturing defense technology or transportation sectors; experience working with or around ports airports spaceports federal ranges or other critical infrastructure operations
At Relativity Space we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors.
Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity a generous PTO and sick leave policy parental leave an annual learning and development stipend and more!To see some of the benefits & perks we offer please visit here.
Hiring Range:
$110000 - $166000 USD
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company.