What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Government Affairs (Defense Advocacy) position at Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International?
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary lobbyist for AUVSI’s Defense Advocacy Committee, representing AUVSI on Capitol Hill and within the Executive Branch, particularly within the Department of Defense (DoD).
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key lawmakers, defense committees (HASC, SASC, House / Senate Defense Appropriations), and their staff.
- Track and advocate for legislation, regulations, policies, and funding related to uncrewed systems and defense priorities.
- Drive improvements in the DoD’s acquisition process to support faster adoption of uncrewed systems and ensure they align with the rapidly advancing technology in the sector.
- Provide AUVSI advocacy committee members with real-time intelligence and counsel on defense priorities, ensuring the organization remains a key player in advancing its defense agenda.
- Collaborate with members to foster consensus-based positions on key defense policy issues.
- Respond to Congressional requests for feedback on pending or draft legislation and assist in drafting, gathering feedback on, and submitting regulatory comments.
- Support the creation and execution of strategic advocacy plans and tactics to influence DoD decision-making and the broader defense industry.
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Why Join Us?
AUVSI is at the forefront of the uncrewed systems sector, and the Senior Manager of Government Affairs - Defense Advocacy will play a key role in shaping policy, legislation, and funding that impacts this growing field. This position offers the opportunity to work with high-level defense and legislative leaders, advocate for cutting-edge technologies, and influence national security and defense strategies.
If you have Hill experience, lobbying expertise, and a passion for defense advocacy, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now and take your career to the next level by helping to drive the future of uncrewed systems within the defense sector. Please send us submit your current resume to .
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
As we lead our industry to new heights, our core values keep us grounded. They describe the shared beliefs and commitments that bring us together and make us a powerful advocate for autonomous technology. When we operate from our values, they inspire our daily actions, including the way we work with each other and the way we serve our members. AUVSI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our team, partners, and members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
About Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics, represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government, and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets. We pride ourselves on being the leading trade association serving a growing autonomous vehicle industry sector including drones, automated and remotely operated ground and maritime vehicles, and their related components and systems.
