Job Number:
HC-03789
Date Posted:
March 25, 2026
Position Title:
Sr Manager, Government Affairs
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
American Airlines
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$118,000–$196,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you.- Acts as American’s primary liaison to the Republican Conference of the United States Senate, focusing on building and maintaining relationships with offices representing hub states and committees of jurisdiction.- Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred - 6+ years of experience on Capitol Hill, in the Executive Branch, or a similar role at a Fortune 500 company
Responsibilities:
• Acts as American’s primary liaison to the Republican Conference of the United States Senate, focusing on building and maintaining relationships with offices representing hub states and committees of jurisdiction.
• Educates policymakers on key Company initiatives and general corporate matters.
• Provides timely analysis to Global Government Affairs colleagues on federal policy developments related to transportation, aviation, tax, energy, security, and workforce development.
• Promotes the American Airlines brand with stakeholders and supports awareness of the Company’s community affairs and philanthropic efforts.
• Serves as an active Ambassador for the AA Political Action Committee and represents the Company at congressional fundraising events.
• Participates in industry events and maintains engagement with relevant trade associations such as Airlines for America (A4A), U.S. Travel Association, and others.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 6+ years of experience on Capitol Hill, in the Executive Branch, or a similar role at a Fortune 500 company
• Ability to work on a bi-partisan basis and to interact professionally and constructively with senior government officials and staffers with different backgrounds
Instructions:
Email <ddress>
Other:
Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
