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Government Affairs Regulatory Specialist 2

Arlington, Va, United States

Full Time

3 hours ago

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Job description

Date: Sep 6, 2024

Location: Arlington, VA, US, 22209

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 501

Location: ULA - Washington DC (CC ULS)

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 25%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As the world’s premiere launch provider, United Launch Alliance is looking for a Government Affairs Regulatory Specialist, with experience in regulatory affairs, to join our small, passionate team of accomplished experts. Responsibilities include:

Provide assistance and coordination to the Vice President of Government Operations & Strategic Communications on issues regarding the impact of government's regulatory activities.
Support ULA executive leadership engagements at major conferences and on FACA’s.
Assemble briefings and read-ahead material for ULA and member company leadership on agency actions, regulatory decisions, and budget requests.
Analyze pending and/or proposed legislation/regulations (including amendments), routing information to subject matter experts for input and identifying the potential impact to the company to advise key decision-makers.
Share in ULA's support for safe and innovative space launch solutions.
Support ULA's strategic goals as they relate to civil and commercial space launch.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

Experience with a relevant Congressional office or Committee, Trade Association and/or experience with the Executive Branch in a regulatory capacity.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of ULA's product evolution.
Familiarity of launch procurement process and launch regulatory environment.
Working knowledge of regulatory process as it relates to space and launch.
Working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and the Federal Register.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, diversity and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
Generous paid time off
Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

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