Government Affairs Associate
About The Position
Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. As the Government Affairs Associate, you would be responsible for assisting the Government team in navigating the complex budgetary, regulatory, and policy landscape that affects the company's operations and vision. This position will support identifying and providing analysis to leadership on the federal budget process. Additionally, the Government Affairs Associate should leverage existing relationships within the different branches of government. This position will have ownership of compliance related operations of the Neros PAC.
Requirements
- 3+ years experience in monitoring federal strategy, or related fields
- Experience working in high-intensity environments
- Ability to work closely with leadership in rapid iteration cycles
- Exceptional communication skills with military and civilian stakeholders
- Knowledge of the U.S. defense ecosystem, including DoD procurement, Congressional appropriations, and national security policy
- Ability to translate complex technical issues into compelling policy narratives
- Understanding of Political Action Committees
Nice To Haves
- Prior government or military experience
- Proven track record monitoring DoD contracts
- Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to obtain one
- Experience engaging with the government or military stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Assist the Government team in navigating the complex budgetary, regulatory, and policy landscape that affects the company's operations and vision.
- Support identifying and providing analysis to leadership on the federal budget process.
- Leverage existing relationships within the different branches of government.
- Ownership of compliance related operations of the Neros PAC.
Benefits
- Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
