Director, Government Relations

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. Vantor is currently seeking a Director of Government Relations who will support our overall U.S. government engagement strategy, reporting to the Vice President of Government Relations . The position is based in Herndon, VA but allows for some telecommuting throughout the week based upon mission requirements. Current TS/SCI clearance is preferred. Ability to obtain clearance is required. The Government Relations Director works as part of the Government Relations team to develop and execute federal advocacy activities in support of Vantor policy, regulatory, legislative, and budget objectives . This position will represent the Company with both the legislative and executive branc h representatives , coordinating content and messaging with industry leads . Further, the position will coordinate Vantor engagement with certain industry groups and associations, and support senior -level engagements in a wide variety of settings in support of strategic messaging objectives . The Government Relations Director must have extensive knowledge of the legislative process, the ability to build relationships, and the ability to define and articulate policy positions . In addition, he or she should have experience working with executive branch departments and agencies and a working understanding of their processes . Responsibilities Foster relationships to educate legislative and executive branch decision-makers and influencers on Vantor products, services, and technologies Develop, drive, and manage legislative and executive branch outreach strategy and activities Monitor, analyze, respond to, and influence federal (and from time-to-time state and local) policy and regulatory trends affecting the aerospace and defense industry Understand US Government customer processes, problems, and interests with a specific focus on the Department of War, the Intelligence Community, and/or Department of Homeland Security Work closely with other corporate business functions (e.g., business development, sales, communications, and marketing) to ensure a coordinated communications strategy in pursuit of strategic objectives Incorporate an enterprise perspective (Vantor-wide) in strategy and message development Identify/develop industry leadership opportunities and partnerships to advance Vantor's goals Represent the company among various industry groups and associations, and prepare and implement strategies to maximize the value of such groups Prepare and edit correspondence, white papers, presentations, and other communications Minimum Qualifications Ability to operate with uncompromising integrity, working in a collaborative team environment Knowledge of legislative and executive branch processes, U.S. Government budget cycle, and U.S. Government agency behaviors and cultures; must be able to successfully maneuver corporate issues through the U.S. Government budget and policy decision-making processes and possess a minimum of 10 years ’ Capitol Hill and/or related experience A substantial knowledge of issues related to the Department of War and/or related agencies, the Intelligence Community, and/or the Department of Homeland Security Polished writing and interpersonal skills, especially when dealing with corporate executives and senior government officials and leaders; must know proper etiquette and protocol, and be able to confidently and convincingly represent corporate issues before them Self-starter, able to manage time and multi-task effectively in a hectic, fast-paced, and very demanding environment Bachelors degree, preferably in Political Science or a related field U.S. citizenship and ability to get and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance is required Some travel (up to 20%) required Preferred Qualifications The ability to thrive in a small team environment Ability to quickly grasp and communicate complex technical concepts Current TS/SCI clearance preferred Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role. ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $182,000.00 - $242,000.00 - $266,200.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions. The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page. EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.