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Skyryse

Sr. Director, Federal Affairs

Skyryse, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

Senior Director, Federal Affairs – Washington, D.C. As the Sr. Director of Federal Affairs, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s advocacy on Capitol Hill, agencies, and throughout government. You will use your advocacy skills, understanding of the federal government, and passion about improving aviation safety to introduce Skyryse to Washington and beyond. This is a full-time opportunity based in Washington D.C.

Responsibilities

Introduce Skyryse to decision makers and legislators, with emphasis on Capitol Hill, DOT/FAA, and others

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing timely analysis and recommendations to leadership

Collaborate and align with the Skyryse team to ensure unity between federal affairs and Skyryse business objectives

Provide thought leadership in associations, industry events and other related activities.

Develop strategies to advance the company priorities in Washington and implement them as well

Identify opportunities for collaboration and coalition-building with others

Prepare briefing materials and other advocacy materials for leadership

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in related area and 10-12 years of “Washington” experience

Demonstrated increases in responsibilities

Experience with building relationships across a varied set of stakeholders

Proven leadership in driving policy or legislative victories

Preferred Qualifications

Legislative experience and/or significant agency experience and/or public affairs/law firm experience

Graduate or law degree preferred, although not required

Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities

Entrepreneurial mind set - roll up your sleeves and get it done

Ability to move fast, move nimble, and move forward

Why Skyryse?

The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility

Valuable stock option plan

Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans

Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.

A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALL Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.

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