Director, Government Affairs And National Security Programs

Vast

Washington, United States
Base: $185,000 - $226,380 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
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Dod and national security engagement strategy
U.s. department of defense engagement
Congressional committees and staff engagement
** Vast is seeking a Director of Government Affairs and National Security Programs to lead engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense and other national security stakeholders. This role involves developing advocacy strategies to support the company’s initiatives in commercial space station operations. **

Job Summary

  • Lead and expand the company’s engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense and associated national security stakeholders.
  • Drive policy, partnership, and advocacy strategies to advance Vast’s initiatives to launch and operate the world’s leading commercial space stations.
  • Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off.

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** Vast is seeking a Director of Government Affairs and National Security Programs to lead engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense and other national security stakeholders. This role involves developing advocacy strategies to support the company’s initiatives in commercial space station operations. **

Salary

Base: $185,000 - $226,380 USD; Bonus/Equity: company equity; Benefits: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), ClassPass credits, mental healthcare, discounts, food perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • DoD and national security engagement strategy
  • U.S. Department of Defense engagement
  • Congressional committees and staff engagement
  • Defense and national security policy analysis
  • DoD-related contracting opportunities

Nice-to-have

  • Adapt to rapidly changing priorities
  • Simplify complex concepts
  • Comfortable operating in new territory
  • Self-starter with excellent time-management

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of professional experience in government affairs
  • Experience working on DOD space programs and policies
  • Experience with government contracting and government procurement
  • Experience with Congressional appropriations and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) process
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
  • Ability to obtain appropriate security clearance

Work Rights

Must be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or eligible for deemed export licensing

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