Vice President, Government

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Government to lead its government relationships and initiatives. Responsibilities include securing non-dilutive funding, advancing policy into programs, managing legislative and appropriations efforts, and establishing contract vehicles that enable government customers to procure services. The role will also lead external advisors and build a team to manage government contract capture, proposals, compliance, and pricing. Candidates should have at least six years of experience in government acquisition, legislative work, or government leadership at a defense technology company, with demonstrated success securing funding or launching programs. Strong knowledge of industrial base policy, relevant government stakeholders, and the legislative process is required, along with experience winning or managing contract vehicles such as OTAs or IDIQs. Applicants should be skilled at writing proposals, white papers, and legislative materials, and have experience managing consultants. Security clearance eligibility, appropriations expertise, and manufacturing or industrial base experience are advantageous.