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Associate Director Government RelationsAnduril Industries, Inc. • Washington, DC, United States
Associate Director Government Relations

Associate Director Government Relations

Anduril Industries, Inc. • Washington, DC, United States
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Government Relations (GR) team is responsible for developing and implementing Anduril’s government affairs strategy with the federal legislative and executive branches as well as state and local government officials.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for an Associate Director of Government Relations to join the team in Washington, DC . In this role, you will assist in the development of the engagement strategy with Members of Congress and their staff, Professional Staff, Congressional Leadership teams, Caucuses and other bodies, as well as the executive branch in connection with.

You will also represent the company before a range of audiences to include Members of Congress and their staff, Committee Staff, executive branch officials, industry groups, and other audiences as appropriate.

You must have significant knowledge and experience of the national security related US federal budget / appropriations and policy making processes and how these processes impact and support the company’s business development agenda. You should be a self-starter with strong communication skills, both verbal and writing, and work well as part of a team. If you are someone who takes initiative and finds innovative solutions to drive forward priorities as part of a dynamic, fast paced team-oriented environment, this might be the job for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a key Member of the Government Relations team, roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

  • Support the development and execution of near term and long term government relations strategies to build the company’s reputation, enhance the strategic positioning in the industry, and increase the understanding of the company and its business objectives in Washington, DC.
  • Develop and implement GR strategy across business lines and fiscal years and engage on company-wide efforts to enact strategic national security policy and funding priorities through the congressional and executive branch processes.
  • Support the planning and execution of appropriations and authorization strategies leading to direct revenue capture for multiple business lines, to include the engagement strategy with Members of Congress and their staff, Congressional Leadership teams, Caucuses and other bodies to increase support for budgetary and policy requests that have direct and material impact on Anduril revenue targets.
  • Coordinate and oversee visits by congressional Members and staff to Anduril facilities in the United States and, as required, internationally.
  • Support the company’s congressional engagement process to include the drafting and submission of policy and funding requests and supporting documentation, white papers, power points, congressional testimony and hearing prep, and other required deliverables.
  • Monitor, analyze, and engage the annual congressional policymaking process to support the company’s priorities with a particular focus on annual appropriations, and defense and homeland security policy.
  • Collaborate internally and externally on Anduril priorities, messaging and general outreach to ensure coordination and integration across the business development teams, independent consultants and senior leadership at the company.
  • Support the company’s Political Action Committee priorities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 5+ years of experience in the national security, government relations, and / or federal executive or legislative arena is recommended.
  • Holds considerable defense / national security experience on Capitol Hill or government relations related positions either for the Executive Branch or in a similar defense industry position.
  • Demonstrated success in planning and implementing strategies to promote government relations priorities and influence change in the legislative policy and budget process.
  • Extensive knowledge of US federal appropriations and policy making processes, including executive agencies, the White House, Senate and House and an understanding of how these processes impact the company’s business development agenda.
  • Experience with defense policy and budget issues and knowledge of the defense and national security sector and key stakeholders.

  • Ability to build coalitions and to develop and maintain relationships with key Congressional and executive branch officials and industry and trade associations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently to pursue short and long-term goals.
  • The ability to work and be an integral part of an action-oriented, decision-making working environment.
  • Ability to travel approximately 25% or greater.
  • Must be available to work on‑site in our DC Office.
  • Position will require individual lobbyist registration under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995.
  • Currently possesses or is eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • US Salary Range

    $113,000 - $149,000 USD

    The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and / or training, critical skills, and / or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including :

    Healthcare Benefits

  • US Roles : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • UK & AUS Roles : We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
  • IE Roles : We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Additional Benefits

  • Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
  • Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support : Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources : Access free mental health resources 24 / 7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
  • Professional Development : Annual reimbursement for professional development.
  • Commuter Benefits : Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
  • Retirement Savings Plan

  • US Roles : Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
  • UK & IE Roles : Pension plan with employer match.
  • AUS Roles : Superannuation plan.
  • Interested in building your career at Anduril Industries? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

    As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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