Sr Director Government Relations

2 months ago

Arlington, United States SNC Full time
As Sr Director Government Relations, you will drive initiatives to support the development and implementation of corporate policy through strategic partnerships with government and industry groups. You'll be responsible for representing the company on legislative and regulatory affairs with elected officials and government officials in regulatory agencies and ensure appropriate company participation in government forums and industry group meetings. You'll develop key relationships with designated trade and business associations, and advocacy groups on political, legislative and regulatory issues of importance to the company and ensure communications on behalf of the company are clear and consistent. You'll also monitor federal legislative proposals in order to support the assessment of opportunities available within and beyond our existing markets, offerings and business models

At SNC’s Washington, D.C. office we are responsible for government affairs, international strategy, international business, and trade and regulatory compliance. We provide strategic guidance across the organization, helping to find alignment and compliance between SNC and the national security priorities of the U.S. government.

Must Haves:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study
    • Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Working knowledge and experience with government relations and affairs, legislation, grassroots advocacy, or campaign organizing experience
  • Experience serving as the liaison between a corporation and government with experience effectively communicating with senior executives regarding governmental policy threats and opportunities
  • Technical understanding of current sea-based, ground-based, air deployed and space deployed capabilities
  • Ability to possess a strategic mindset in order to navigate, affect, and/or lead complex initiatives with senior-level stakeholders
  • Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills; ability to establish and develop relationships, coalitions, and partnerships with ease
  • Working knowledge of the Army's 6x Modernization Priorities
  • Experience with the Defense Acquisition System (DAS)/processes
  • Understanding of the Army Acquisition Ecosystem:
    • Army Futures Command (AFC) Cross-Functional Teams (CFT)
    • AFC Capability Development Integration Directorates (CDID)
    • AFC Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) Technology Centers
    • ASA(ALT) Program Executive Offices (PEO) + Rapid Capabilities & Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO)
    • Army G8 Office Structure
  • Understanding of Combatant Commands (COCOM)/Unified Command Plan
  • Effective communication skills (verbal & written)
  • Resourcefulness with a bias toward action
  • High integrity
  • Strong collaborator
  • Network of influential Army stakeholders         
  • An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

  • Typically 12-15 years of relevant experience; 7+ years of experience working on legislative matters in the private sector, a Congressional office, or an Executive Agency
  • Possess a track record of delivering results by developing and implementing advocacy programs in the legislative and executive branches
  • Demonstrated first-hand familiarity with congressional and executive branch politics, processes, customs, and ethics
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry,  the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space  and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets
  • Pentagon assignment experience
  • Experience interacting with OSD offices
  • Military experience

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.

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