Space systems and technologies are a critical part of our nation's economic, scientific, and national security capabilities. AIA's Space Systems Division coordinates, formulates, and advocates for space policies and programs important to the U.S. space industry and supports efforts to foster U.S. space leadership and capabilities. We are looking for a Senior Director for the Space Systems division to lead civil and commercial space issues. Primary duties include representing industry views and interests through regular convenings, writing, and speaking opportunities, developing consensus industry positions on civil and commercial space matters, and managing the membership and activities of AIA's civil space committee.
Key Responsibilities:
This position reports to the Vice President of Space Systems and works directly with staff at all levels across the Association, as well as Member Companies, and with U.S. and international government civil space policymakers
Closely follows development of and maintains subject matter level expertise on U.S. and global civil space policies, events, and activities
Advocates for consensus positions from member companies for ensuring government regulatory regimes and proposed policies enable American competitiveness in the space economy
Provides thought leadership on civil space issues, including regular writing and speaking at public and AIA member specific activities
Regular interactions with Executive Branch, Congress, international government and industry officials, and other stakeholders in civil space arena
Coordinates, participates, and attends AIA civil space meetings, conferences, and Congressional events
Develops and provides civil space content for regular communications to member companies, and develops content for thought leadership in the industry such as infographics and position papers
Coordinates legislative proposals and advocacy efforts with AIA's Legislative Affairs Division, supports Congressional events and communications initiatives
Maintains ties with AIA membership companies to ensure AIA civil space members are active and updated
Responsible for regular meetings convening AIA members and government officials to discuss civil space matters
Responsible for maintaining awareness of member programs and milestones in civil space
Attends local civil space events and may be required to travel nationally and internationally to support events
Fills in for the Vice President for Space Systems at internal and external meetings or events as needed
Provides support, as needed, for other functions across AIA such as Division and AIA-wide special events and meetings
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 7 years' experience in civil space matters, preference for direct experience at NASA, NOAA, FAA, or equivalent experience
An understanding of the civil space landscape and important policy and regulatory issues
Experience working with government and industry civil space leadership
Proven ability to consistently make sound judgments
Exceptional communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to execute work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to interact with senior industry representative and government officials
Demonstrated experience working in a highly collaborative environment while developing and maintaining positive work relationships
Education
Bachelor's Degree, Masters' degree preferred
To Apply, please send the following documents to jobs@aia-aerospace.org:
Resume
Cover Letter
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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