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Director, European Government Operations(m/w/x)
Shaping European policy debates and EU program engagement for space launch services. 12+ years government affairs experience in Germany or Europe required. Hybrid work, German and English fluency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, public policy, law, economics, engineering, or related field
- 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, defense, aerospace, or related strategic roles within Germany or Europe
- Professional fluency in German and English
- Success building and managing relationships with senior government officials, policymakers, and public-sector institutions
- Ability to drive business-aligned outcomes through government engagement
- Strong understanding of European political structures, defense priorities, civil space programs, and procurement processes
- Familiarity with NATO space and defense structures
- Ability to operate autonomously, set strategy, and execute in fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills
- Background in space, aerospace, defense, or dual-use technology sectors
- Experience working with or within institutions such as DLR, MOD, Bundestag committees, EU defense bodies, or national innovation agencies
- Prior roles in business development, defense industrial policy, or public-sector consulting
- Experience working in Munich’s government, defense, or technology ecosystem
Tasks
- Develop and lead government affairs strategy in Germany
- Engage with EU-level institutions and programs
- Establish and grow presence with government entities
- Partner with Business Development team for market expansion
- Shape Rocket Lab’s positioning in European policy debates
- Provide strategic guidance on relevant developments
- Represent Rocket Lab in industry associations and forums
- Drive measurable business outcomes through government engagement
- Advise senior leadership on European political dynamics
- Monitor and shape policy trends actively
Work Experience
- 12 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Business Fluent
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- ESA programs
- Artemis
- NATO DIANA
- NATO Space Centre
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Director, European Government Operations(m/w/x)
Shaping European policy debates and EU program engagement for space launch services. 12+ years government affairs experience in Germany or Europe required. Hybrid work, German and English fluency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, public policy, law, economics, engineering, or related field
- 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, defense, aerospace, or related strategic roles within Germany or Europe
- Professional fluency in German and English
- Success building and managing relationships with senior government officials, policymakers, and public-sector institutions
- Ability to drive business-aligned outcomes through government engagement
- Strong understanding of European political structures, defense priorities, civil space programs, and procurement processes
- Familiarity with NATO space and defense structures
- Ability to operate autonomously, set strategy, and execute in fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills
- Background in space, aerospace, defense, or dual-use technology sectors
- Experience working with or within institutions such as DLR, MOD, Bundestag committees, EU defense bodies, or national innovation agencies
- Prior roles in business development, defense industrial policy, or public-sector consulting
- Experience working in Munich’s government, defense, or technology ecosystem
Tasks
- Develop and lead government affairs strategy in Germany
- Engage with EU-level institutions and programs
- Establish and grow presence with government entities
- Partner with Business Development team for market expansion
- Shape Rocket Lab’s positioning in European policy debates
- Provide strategic guidance on relevant developments
- Represent Rocket Lab in industry associations and forums
- Drive measurable business outcomes through government engagement
- Advise senior leadership on European political dynamics
- Monitor and shape policy trends actively
Work Experience
- 12 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Business Fluent
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- ESA programs
- Artemis
- NATO DIANA
- NATO Space Centre
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About the Company
Rocket Lab Corporation
Industry
Aerospace
Description
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering launch services, spacecraft design and manufacturing, and satellite components to open access to space.
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