Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

Position Summary:

As Director, Government Relations , you will be responsible for developing and implementing the company’s Legislative and Executive Branch strategy. You are responsible for developing initiatives that support the company’s mission and working with the company’s partners to successfully enact these initiatives. You are also responsible for analysis of the USG budget and using the analysis to help inform the company's business strategy. It is imperative to maintain regular communication with key customers and stakeholders in the Pentagon, on Capitol Hill and in the Executive Branch. This position includes developing relationships with a broad range of US Government customers, to include Members of Congress and their staffs, staffs of congressional committees, principals in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, military services and agencies, and NASA. You will contribute to the strategic development of Stratolaunch by responding to customer inquiries and identifying and pursuing business opportunities for Stratolaunch. Candidates must have strong ability to work on his or her own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within Stratolaunch business and government relations goals. Relevant experience in government relations, strategic planning, business development, business capture, and national security programs is desired .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead our Legislative and Executive Branch engagement strategy

• Develop the strategy and enact our initiatives

• Successfully enact our initiatives to support company goals

• Lead analysis of the government budgets and use the results to inform company strategy

• Identify and pursue US Government business opportunities for Stratolaunch, including early identification of potential applications of the Stratolaunch technology

• Assist in identifying and selecting candidate markets and customers

• Support VIP visits, tradeshows and conferences

• Lead/support development of capture strategies for relevant US Government opportunities

• Develop and maintain regular communication, including Stratolaunch capabilities briefings and regular updates, with key customers and stakeholders

• Perform programmatic and budget research necessary to pursue current and future business for the company’s products

• Develop presentation materials for a wide range of government consumers

• Regular and comprehensive communication with the Chief Revenue Officer and SVP, Sales to develop a strong partnership to capitalize on potential opportunities

• Travel, as needed, to support the department’s objectives

• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• Demonstrated experience with successfully enacting legislative initiatives

• National Security experience

• Ability to identify government priorities/requirements and determine how the company’s programs/capabilities can meet those challenges

• Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work on own initiative and prioritize tasking

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities

• Ability to hold a US security clearance

Preferred:

• Experience with high technology programs such as hypersonics

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Experience working with technical teams, including working with sub-contractors

• Experience with requirements development and capture support

Education/Experience/Certifications :

• Bachelor’s degree ( B.A. or B.S. ) from accredited institution and 15+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Director-Level ($160,000-$197,000): Bachelor’s degree ( B.A. or B.S. ) from accredited institution and 15-20 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Senior Director-Level ($197,000-$244,000): Bachelor’s degree ( B.A. or B.S. ) from accredited institution and 20+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Eligible for up to 27% annual bonus ( DoE ).

Special remarks regarding work environment :

• Travel estimated to be approximately ≥ 25%+ Position is based in The Greater Washington, D.C. area (https://careers.stratolaunch.com/locations/)

• Applicants must be a US Person able to obtain a security clearance to be considered for this role

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Benefits (https://careers.stratolaunch.com/benefits/) and our location(s) :

• Relocation eligible to local area – Our Locations (https://careers.stratolaunch.com/locations/)

• 9/80 schedule

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)

• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to the IRS annual limit

• Tuition reimbursement

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.

Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.

Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.

Applicants must be a US Person to be considered for this role :

To be considered for this position, applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in 22 C.F.R. 120.67, which includes (a) U.S. citizens; (b) U.S. nationals; (c) U.S. lawful permanent residents; (d) persons granted refugee status; and (e) persons granted asylum .

Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law :

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

Job Category: Government Relations

Req ID: 123