Global Strategy Lead

Global Strategy Lead

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Global Strategy Lead who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary

The Global Strategy Lead will support the development and execution of the company's corporate strategy across all lines of business, ensuring alignment with long-term vision, growth objectives, capital strategy, and the evolving global policy environment. Reporting to the Chief Global Policy Officer, this role translates macro-level aerospace market trends and domestic and international government policy developments into actionable strategic priorities, investment recommendations, and growth opportunities that position the company for sustained leadership in a competitive global space ecosystem.

The Global Strategy Lead will work closely with U.S. and International Government Relations, business development, sales, finance, and business unit leadership to align strategy with policy, budgetary, regulatory, and customer dynamics. This role supports competitive analysis, scenario planning, and customer road-mapping for NASA, allied governments, and international institutions, ensuring coherent execution across strategy, government affairs, and commercial teams. This position is located at Axiom Space Headquarters in Houston, Texas with 25% travel anticipated.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Support development and execution of the company's corporate strategy across all lines of business, ensuring alignment with long-term vision, growth objectives, and capital strategy

Translate macro-level trends in the aerospace markets into actionable strategic priorities and investment recommendations

Translate developments in government policy trends across domestic and international markets into strategic opportunities for growth

Coordinate closely with U.S. Government Relations and International Government Relations to align corporate strategy with policy, budget, and regulatory environments

Partner with business development and sales teams to develop strategies for U.S. and foreign government customers, including mission alignment and customer road-mapping

Support the development of competitive analysis and scenario planning across all product lines

Support the integration of strategy, business development, finance, and government affairs to ensure coherent execution in partnership with the business units

Monitor evolving customer needs across NASA, allied governments, and international institutions, translating them into corporate priorities

Act as a thought partner to the Chief Global Policy Officer on long-range positioning in an increasingly competitive and policy-driven global space ecosystem

Qualifications

Undergrad Technical degree with master's in public policy or equivalent, 10-15 years; at least 10 years of experience working in and/or directly with federal agencies

Demonstrated ability to understand an organization's mission, values, goals and priorities and ensure all are considered in developing communications strategies

Self-starter with ability to independently execute communications priorities

Utmost adherence to confidentiality and business ethics; demonstrated outstanding judgment and discretion

Familiarity with human spaceflight is a plus

Track record of delivering in ambiguous, fast-moving environments under tight deadlines

Core Skills

Excellent news judgment, excellent written communication skills and an excellent sense of what is appropriate for the reputation of the company

Executes priorities with precision and pace

High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally

Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter

Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative and ability to communicate comfortably with various internal/external audiences

Core Competencies

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Technical Rigor Execution Discipline Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. Requirements Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time) Equipment and Machines Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)