Senior Spectrum Management Professional – US Policy and Regulatory Affair Featured

Job Description

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Boeing’s Global Spectrum Management team is seeking a highly qualified Senior Spectrum Management Professional – U.S. Policy and Regulatory Affairs to support the development, coordination, and implementation of advocacy efforts related to the Company’s telecommunications and radio frequency spectrum policy interests in the United States. This position will be located in Arlington, VA.

This position requires an understanding of satellite, aviation, and telecommunications technologies, as well as expertise in international radio regulations, government affairs, and regulatory processes. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing advocacy strategies, establishing and maintaining relationships with spectrum regulatory and policy representatives at both the U.S. national and international levels, and collaborating with industry leaders, trade associations, and other stakeholders to advance shared policy goals.

The role also involves engaging with regulatory entities to monitor, analyze, and influence policies affecting satellite, aviation and telecommunications sectors, while providing subject-matter expertise on international radio regulations and related government affairs. 

Strong verbal and written skills in English, the ability to convey complex regulatory and technical concepts effectively, and experience managing multiple priorities within a small, geographically dispersed team are essential. 

A strong interest in aviation, satellites, and defense-related policy matters is highly desirable.

Position Responsibilities:

• Advocate on behalf of the Company’s telecommunications and spectrum policy issues before U.S. government agencies, such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA), as well as in international and intergovernmental organizations, trade, and industry associations
• Establish and maintain close contact with internal business partners, engineering and program leaders to understand their regulatory and policy requirements
• Write concise internal memos, external regulatory filings, and presentations to internal and external executive level audiences
• Translate complex technical issues to a non-technical audience
• Work with all groups within the organization, being responsive to requests for support in a timely manner
• Advocate on behalf of Boeing spectrum initiatives across a range of satellite, defense, commercial space and aviation projects

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 5+ years of government relations experience with telecommunications or radio frequency spectrum regulatory and policy issues
• 5+ years of experience working in government affairs, preferably on telecommunications, radio frequency spectrum, aviation, satellite, or defense issues
• Able to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Advanced degree in a technical field
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $164,050 - $221,950 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 13, 2025

Education

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.