What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Government Affairs & Business Development position at Venturi Astrolab, Inc.?
Director of Government Affairs & Business Development
Department : Sales & Business Development
Employment Type : Full Time
Location : Washington, DC
Reporting To : Jaret Matthews
Compensation : $136,000 - $215,000 / year
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity's presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
Astrolab is seeking a Director of Government Affairs & Business Development to lead our engagement with government agencies, policymakers, and regulatory bodies. This role will also drive Astrolab's domestic and international government business development and payload sales, with a particular emphasis on international agency engagement. This individual will play a critical role in shaping our relationships with key stakeholders in the U.S. government, international space agencies, and other relevant entities to advance Astrolab's strategic objectives.
What you'll do :
- Develop and execute sales strategies to engage with federal, state, and international government entities to support Astrolab's business and policy goals
- Serve as a primary liaison between Astrolab and government agencies such as NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. State Department, and regulatory bodies
- Conduct negotiations for contracts, agreements, and partnerships with domestic and international government entities, ensuring favorable terms for Astrolab while building long-term relationships with customers and partners
- Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments that may impact Astrolab's operations and objectives
- Advocate for policies and initiatives that align with Astrolab's mission and support the growth of the commercial space industry
- Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, engineering, and business development, to ensure regulatory compliance and align policy efforts with company goals
- Build relationships with key government stakeholders, decision-makers, industry groups, and trade associations to enhance Astrolab's influence in the space sector and expand Astrolab's commercial pipeline for payload sales
- Shape of strategy and capture for Astrolab's key government contracts
- Assist in the preparation of government proposals, policy briefs, and official correspondence
- Represent Astrolab at government meetings, industry conferences, and public forums
What you'll bring :
Benefits and Perks
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Salary : $136,000 - $215,000
