Senior Counselor State Goverment Affairs

Bombardier•Richardson, TX

About The Position

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. As Bombardier’s Manager, State Government Affairs, you will shape and execute the company’s legislative and regulatory strategy across key U.S. states. Working from our Washington, DC office, you will cultivate relationships with state legislators, aviation-agency officials, and airport authorities to lobby for Bombardier’s interests in business aviation, aerospace manufacturing, infrastructure investment, and sustainability.

Requirements

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, business, aviation management, or a related field.
You have an advanced degree (MBA, MPA, JD) or technical background in aviation/aerospace.
You have a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in state government affairs, legislative counsel, or public-policy roles—preferably within aerospace, transportation, or other highly regulated industries.
You have a proven track record of securing legislative wins or protecting corporate interests in multiple U.S. states.
You have deep understanding of state legislative and budget processes, committee structures, and campaign-finance regulations.
You have familiarity with sustainable aviation policies, economic-development incentives, and airport-infrastructure funding mechanisms.
You have established relationships with key state aviation departments and transportation committees.
You have experience supervising external lobbyists and managing cross-functional issue teams.
You have exceptional written and verbal communication, coalition-building, and negotiation skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States in compliance with export-control regulations.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a multi-year state legislative plan aligned with Bombardier’s U.S. growth, product roadmap, and sustainability goals.
Draft bill language, comment letters, and testimony; brief executives ahead of hearings and statehouse meetings.
Identify and secure state-level incentives or funding for manufacturing, MRO expansion, R&D, and sustainable aviation initiatives.
Build and maintain a robust network of elected officials, state transportation and aviation leaders, airport commissions, and industry coalitions.
Direct and coordinate outside consultants/lobbyists in priority states, ensuring consistent messaging with Bombardier’s advocacy.
Represent Bombardier in state aviation associations and economic-development forums.
Track, analyze, and report on state bills, budgets, and regulations affecting business aviation, tax policies, SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) infrastructure, workforce development, and airport operations.
Ensure full compliance with state lobbying, gift, and campaign-finance laws; manage registrations and timely filing
Produce regular briefings and dashboards for senior leadership, Legal, and Communications teams.