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 solution 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.
SR. 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
- Strong advocacy skills
- 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
- Salary: $200K+
- 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!
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.
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.
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Affordable Benefits — Health insurance is heavily subsidized with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families. The low out-of-pocket burden meaningfully increases the value of total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include 20 days of accrued PTO per year plus sick time and paid holidays, with some materials also describing an unlimited vacation approach. The breadth of time-off offerings compares favorably for a startup environment.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Daily free meals, an onsite gym with a holistic wellness program, snacks and drinks, onsite parking, a mother’s room, and relocation assistance provide tangible day-to-day support. These amenities enhance workplace convenience and overall quality of life.
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What We Do
Over a century after the Wright Brothers changed the course of aviation at Kitty Hawk, we are working to open up the skies to the masses. By combining technology and human ingenuity, we want to usher in the next great era of transportation. Skyryse wants to allow anyone, to fly anywhere, in any aircraft, safely and as a highly experienced pilot would. Powered by the Skyryse operating system, we automate flight controls and management to achieve unmatched safety and eliminate opportunities for human error in all flight stages, and in emergency situations. We want to make flying as ubiquitous as the road and as safe as the elevator.
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