Government Affairs Leader 6

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 Director of Legislative Affairs to join our small, passionate team of accomplished experts. Responsibilities include:

– Support the Vice President of Government Operations & Strategic Communications as the lead on Federal legislative issues, with a strong focus on defense and national security.
– Build and cultivate relationships with key Congressional Offices & Committees to support company priorities.
– Manage coordination and interface with key legislative consultants, advocacy groups, think tanks, foundations, and associations.
– Lead and manage the DC legislative team.

We are seeking a dynamic, engaged professional to serve as a valuable contributor toward our legislative and regulatory goals. This position will be based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 10 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
– Experience with a relevant Congressional office or Committee
– Customer relationship management experience
– Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
– Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
– Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
– Extraordinarily high judgment, energy, creativity, and standards for yourself and others
– Ability to assemble briefings and read-ahead material for ULA and member company leadership on agency actions and budget requests

Preferred Qualifications

– Understanding of ULA’s product line and product evolution
– Familiarity with the US space launch procurement process

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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