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Government Affairs Specialist – Defence (18 months FTC)

London, England Job ID JR2026497278 Category Public Affairs Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 19, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Introduction:

Boeingislooking for aDeputy Head ofGovernment Affairs,Defenceto be based inWestminster, London.

Boeing’s UK & Ireland Government Affairs team’sfunction is to understand andshapepublic policy and the political landscape in UK and Ireland. Working closely with colleagues in the EU and internationally, the team coversa very largeportfolio of policy issues of significant importance to Boeing, across Boeing’s business divisions (including commercial,defenceand services) including but not limited to:

  • Defence, Security and Space.

  • Aviation and Aerospace industry.  

  • Environment and sustainability.

  • Trade.

  • Party Politics.

While the applicant will be expected to support and be familiar with all the issues in the UK & Ireland Government Affairs portfolio,this role will naturally align with Boeing’sdefencebusinesses, includingDefenceUK (BDUK)– our UK P&Ldefenceentity –includingworking closely with BDUK’s Leadership Team.

PLEASE NOTE:This role will be forafixed termcontract(around 18 months)

Position Responsibilities: 

  • Advocacy within UK Parliament, including with MPs and Lords, with a focus onDefenceissues.

  • ShapeUKdefenceprocurement policy, includingdefenceindustrial policy. 

  • ShapeUKdefencepolicy, including specific issuespertaining tothe UK MOD and UK Armed Forces.

  • CoordinateUKDefencestakeholder management.

  • Supportdefencebusiness developmentin the UK.


The role will require frequent evening working during the week (e.g.representingBoeing atnetworking events) and the occasional weekend (e.g.at airshows). The applicant must be prepared tofrequentlytravel in-country, as well as occasionalinternationaltravel, including to the U.S.(Seattle and Washington DC) and Brussels for up to two weeks at a time.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Experience of working with and/or within UK government
  • Fluent in both verbal and written English

Preferred Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • An astute national and international political antenna, with a deep understanding of internationaldefenceand security strategic context.
  • Experience of developing and working with complex policy.  
  • A deep understanding of how government and parliament work, specifically with respect todefenceissues.
  • Recent experience of working with and/or within UK national security departments and entities (e.g.No10, Cabinet Office, His Majesty’s Treasury, Ministry ofDefence, Home Office, OGDs, Royal Air Force, Army, and Royal Navy) would be beneficial.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional,financialand social well-being.Here’sa snapshot of what we offer:

  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

  • Continuous learning -you’lldevelop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

  • Success as defined by you -we’llprovide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

  • Diverse and inclusive culture -you’llbe embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

  • 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

  • Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

  • Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

  • Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

  • Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

  • 6x annual salary life insurance

  • Learning TogetherProgrammeto support your on-going personal and career development

  • Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs,tooland incentives

  • Maternity, paternity,parentaland adoption leave options

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 07, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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