# Government Affairs Manager

Hiring organization: [Relativity Space](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/relativity-space)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/76d5b917-d11a-4a03-8262-6f0bf04ed0e3

Listed on Relativity Space's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Long Beach, CA
- Salary: 110000 – 166000 USD per year

## Summary

This role involves advocating for Relativity Space's interests with state and local government officials, managing relationships with elected representatives and agencies, and identifying economic development opportunities. It suits someone with government affairs or public policy experience who wants to shape aerospace industry policy and help a rocket company navigate regulatory landscapes.

_Our summary, not Relativity Space's wording._

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, public administration, or related field
- 3-5 years of professional experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, or advocacy
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and policymakers
- Understanding of state legislative and local government processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience drafting policy materials, testimony, and advocacy documents
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
- Willingness to travel up to 30%

## Nice to have

- 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

Apply on Relativity Space's site: https://boards.greenhouse.io/relativity/jobs/8652402002?gh_jid=8652402002