Director of Government Relations, Defense

Job overview

The Director of Government Relations, Defense role is onsite in Washington, DC, and compensation is not specified. The role supports REGENT’s government relations strategy and defense business as the company develops Seagliders for regional coastal transportation. The director builds and executes federal and state advocacy strategy, develops relationships with government and defense stakeholders, and advises senior leaders on engagement priorities. The work connects policy, appropriations, acquisition, and government relationships to potential defense business opportunities and the company’s broader goals.

What you'll do

• Lead advocacy supporting defense business growth
• develop and execute defense government relations strategy
• map stakeholders, programs, funding pathways, legislative priorities, and engagement opportunities
• build relationships across Congress, executive agencies, defense stakeholders, and state government
• advise senior leadership
• coordinate government engagement with internal teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of government relations

defense advocacy

government relations

federal policy

state government

defense acquisition

appropriations

congressional relations

seaglider

regent

washington dc

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity incentive plan, health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of premiums covered, 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid parental leave, company-wide holiday breaks, relocation packages, catered lunches, and professional development.

Why this role

Opportunity to shape government engagement and policy around REGENT’s emerging Seaglider technology and defense applications.

About the employer

REGENT is hiring for this role. Industry: Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing. Sector: 33.