Also called: Space Lobbyist
Advocates for a space company or industry group with Congress and government agencies.
You meet with congressional staff about NASA's budget, organize a visit for lawmakers to see a rocket factory, and track bills that affect your company.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in political science or related field; Capitol Hill experience is key.
Ways in: 4-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Political Science, Public Policy, Communications.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. AI drafts briefing papers; relationships with lawmakers and persuasion stay human.
Classes: Government or civics, Speech or debate, Economics, English composition.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-2032.
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