Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

If you have a keen eye for the big picture, excellent marketing data analysis skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, join our team!

As a Government Relations Analyst, you'll research and analyze product preference/potential, market size and penetration, competition and marketing practices and trends. You'll collect and maintain information on requirements, organization, budget, and preferences of prospective customers and competitors and make recommendations to management regarding developments in market trends as they apply to our strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Analyst will directly support the Sierra Space GovOps Domestic Policy & Legislative Affairs team in achieving Sierra Space priorities on Capitol Hill and within Executive Branch agencies such as the White House, National Space Council, FAA, NASA, Commerce Department and others.

• Monitor key Hill committees for hearings and mark-ups, watch hearings and take notes on key issues, and prepare memos on testimony.

• Conduct legislative and regulatory research as well as draft letters, emails, issue papers and slide decks/presentations for external and internal audiences.

• Keep up to date lists of key Capitol Hill and Administration contacts and meeting notes.

• Track industry news and third party/association groups to flag events, public statements, and other timely developments of interest for the GovOps team.

• Contribute to drafting and collecting team inputs for the weekly GovOps report to the Sierra Space Executive Leadership Team (ELT).

• Take on an immediate project working with the Sierra Space supply chain team to map major suppliers and their workforces and generate a Sierra Space Economic Impact Analysis for use with policymaker audiences.

• Also help with administrative tasks. This will include periodically covering the front desk, serving as a back-up scheduler for executive leaders, organizing and setting up team meetings and conference calls, and managing the logistics of executive visits to Washington, DC.

• This is an in-person, in-office, full-time role in the Sierra Space DC office in Arlington, VA.

About You

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field of study and typically 0-2 or more years of relevant experience

• A higher level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Basic understanding of marketing or marketing research

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to Bloomberg or other market research tools

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$65,384.40 - $89,903.55

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates are identified.

About Us

About Sierra Space

Sierra Space

is a leading commercial space company that is building platforms in space to benefit life on Earth. With more than 30 years and 500 missions of space flight heritage, Sierra Space is enabling the future of space transportation with Dream Chaser®, the world’s only winged commercial spaceplane. Expected to launch in 2023 on a series of NASA missions, Dream Chaser can safely carry cargo – and eventually crew – to on-orbit destinations, returning to land on compatible commercial airport runways worldwide. Sierra Space is also building the LIFE™ habitat, a three-story commercial habitation and science platform designed for low Earth orbit (LEO). Both Dream Chaser and LIFE are central components to Orbital Reef, a mixed-use business park in LEO being developed by principal partners Sierra Space and Blue Origin, which is expected to be operational by 2027.

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