Senior Director of Government Relations

2 weeks ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States SNC Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Government Relations to join our team at SNC. As a key member of our government affairs team, you will be responsible for driving initiatives to support the development and implementation of corporate policy through strategic partnerships with government and industry groups.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent the company on legislative and regulatory affairs with elected officials and government officials in regulatory agencies
  • Develop key relationships with designated trade and business associations, and advocacy groups on political, legislative and regulatory issues of importance to the company
  • Ensure communications on behalf of the company are clear and consistent
  • Monitor federal legislative proposals to support the assessment of opportunities available within and beyond our existing markets, offerings and business models
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study
  • 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
  • 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 Qualifications
  • 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
What We Offer

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.



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