Director Government Relations with Security Clearance

Please review the job details below. Maxar Intelligence is currently seeking a Director of Government Relations who will support Maxar Intelligence's overall U.S. government engagement strategy, reporting to the Vice President of Government Relations . The position is based in Herndon, VA but allows for some telecommuting throughout the week based upon mission requirements. The Director of Government Relations works as part of the Government Relations team to develop and execute federal advocacy activities in support of Maxar policy, regulatory, legislative, and budget objectives . This position will represent the Company with both the legislative and executive branc h representatives , coordinating content and messaging with industry leads . Further, the position will coordinate Maxar engagement with certain industry groups and associations, and support senior -level engagements in a wide variety of settings in support of strategic messaging objectives . The Government Relations Director must have extensive knowledge of the legislative process, the ability to build relationships, and the ability to define and articulate policy positions . In addition, he or she should have experience working with executive branch departments and agencies and a working understanding of their processes . Major Areas of Responsibility Foster relationships to educate legislative and executive branch decision-makers and influencers on Maxar products, services, and technologies
Develop, drive, and manage legislative and executive branch outreach strategy and activities
Monitor, analyze, respond to, and influence federal (and from time-to-time state and local) policy and regulatory trends affecting the aerospace and defense industry
Understand US Government customer processes, problems, and interests with a specific focus on the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and/or NASA
Understand customer priorities and motivations and effectively communicate those drivers t o business area leads
Work closely with other corporate business functions (e.g., business development, sales, communications, and marketing) to ensure a coordinated communications strategy in pursuit of strategic objectives
I ncorporate an enterprise perspective (Maxar-wide) in strategy and message development
Identify/d evelop industry leadership opportunities and partnerships to advance Maxar's goals
Represent the company among various industry groups and associations, and prepare and implement strategies to maximize the value of such groups
Prepare for and attend conferences, meetings, special events , etc.
Cultivate and maintain a wide and deep network of contacts Prepare and edit correspondence, white papers, presentations, and other communications
Make oral and written presentations on behalf of the company
Assist with special events and projects
Coordinate with and/or direct interns and consultants
Other duties as assigned Required Skills Ability to operate with uncompromising integrity , working in a collaborative team environment
K nowledge of legislative and executive branch processes, U.S. Government budget cycle, and U.S. Government agency behaviors and cultures; must be able to successfully maneuver corporate issues through the U.S. Government budget and policy decision-making processes
Polished interpersonal skills, especially when dealing with corporate executives and senior government officials and leaders; must know proper etiquette and protocol, and be able to confidently and convincingly represent corporate issues before them
Self-starter, able to manage time and multi-task effectively in a hectic, fast-paced, and very demanding environment
Team player who can interact and build relationships with fellow employees from other corporate office locations Basic Qualifications Bachelors degree , preferably in Political Science or a related field
10+ years' Capitol Hill and/or related experience with a substantial knowledge of issues related to the Department of Defense and /or Defense agencies, the Intelligence Community, and/or NASA
Experience in the legislative drafting process and crafting a n overall engagement and communications strategy
Ability to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the demands of the position
Some travel (up to 25%) required
US citizenship required Ability to get and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance Preferred Qualifications 7+ years Capitol Hill experience and/or executive agency experience
The ability to thrive in a small team environment
Ability to quickly grasp and communicate complex technical concepts
Excellent oral, writing, and communication skills; ability to draft policy papers, letters, newsletters, editorials, and presentations and speak comfortably, confidently, and articulately before audiences of all sizes and levels
High proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook
Current TS/SCI clearance preferred Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate's unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is: $150,000.00 - $249,000.00 annually. Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law. Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.