Sr Director Government Affairs

Position description

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 Navy related Government Affairs with elected officials and government officials in regulatory agencies and ensure appropriate company participation in maritime forums and industry group meetings. You'll develop key relationships with designated trade and business associations, and advocacy groups on maritime regulatory issues of importance to the company and ensure communications on behalf of the company are clear and consistent. You'll also monitor federal proposals to support the assessment of naval opportunities available within and beyond our existing markets, offerings and business models.
Our team is responsible for government affairs, legislative 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.

Our team is 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.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Familiarity and experience with naval operational and acquisition organizations including COCOMS, SYSCOMS (NAVWAR, NAVSEA, NAVAIR, MCSC), PEOs and OPNAV.
• Working knowledge and experience with government relations and affairs, Department of Defense budgeting process, or industry Business Development efforts.
• Experience serving as the liaison between a corporation and government with experience effectively communicating with senior executives.
• Technical understanding of current and emerging maritime capabilities
• Ability to possess a strategic mindset 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
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Typically 12-15 years of relevant experience in maritime domain; 10 years of Navy military service
• Background in the US Navy or the US Department of Defense (Civilian), Aerospace and Defense Industry, with an understanding of maritime defense, aerospace, and intelligence markets
• Domain knowledge of JADC2 and familiarity with Project Overmatch and Information Warfare a plus

 

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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