Relativity Space

Government Affairs Manager

Washington, DC, United States

$118-152k

Full Time

an hour ago

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Job description

At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. Both contribute to our long-term vision of creating humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to expand the possibilities of the human experience. This journey begins right here on Earth – where we design, build, and fly rockets to deliver customer payloads to orbit. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, fulfills the growing demand for launch capacity, thanks to our iterative approach that accelerates design, testing, and development while minimizing costs. While our groundbreaking research and development in 3D printing pushes the boundaries of large-scale additive manufacturing.

Your journey with us is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology, additive manufacturing, and the human experience alongside a community of passionate, creative individuals. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality.

About the Team:

The Government Affairs team is responsible for Relativity Space’s engagement with all levels of government to pursue required approvals and positive policy outcomes as well as remove barriers to innovation and competition. We work cross-functionally to support Relativity's short and long term goals by engaging in direct lobbying and public engagement to pursue company objectives tied to economic development, facilities, external partnerships and business development.

About the Role:

Day-to-day advocacy on Capitol Hill and Executive agencies to support Relativity’s priorities and business interests.
Contribute meaningfully to Relativity’s federal legislative and business development strategies, tactics, and policy development
Draft legislative language, attend hearings, draft hearing testimony, and develop policy positions
Monitor and analyze federal budgets, legislative proposals, and appropriations
Support and attend industry-related social and political events
Perform research, write talking points and policy papers

About You:

4+ years of experience working in Congress or a Federal Agency
Demonstrated success in planning and implementing a political advocacy effort
Demonstrated knowledge of the federal budget and appropriations process
Experience with space policy issues
Demonstrated ability to build coalitions
Ability to be scrappy and creative in a fast-paced work environment

Nice to haves but not required:

Advanced degree (MA, JD, PhD) in Science, Policy or Political Science
State legislative experience in Florida, Mississippi, or California
Experience working in or with the FAA or NASA
Knowledge of US federal contracting and acquisition practices

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:

$118,000—$152,000 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.