As Vice President Government Relations, you will develop and oversee initiatives to support the development and implementation of corporate policy through strategic partnerships with government and industry groups. You'll be responsible for representing the company on legislative and regulatory affairs with elected officials and government officials in regulatory agencies and ensure appropriate company participation in government forums and industry group meetings. You'll develop key relationships with designated trade and business associations as well as advocacy groups on political, legislative and regulatory issues of importance to the company. Your communications on behalf of the company will be clear and consistent. You'll also oversee the process to monitor and analyze federal legislative proposals in order to support the assessment of opportunities available within and beyond our existing markets, offerings and business models.Sierra Space—based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL—designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space Must Haves:Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Political Science or a related field of studyRelevant experience may be considered in lieu of required educationWorking knowledge and experience with government relations and affairs, legislation, grassroots advocacy, or campaign organizing experienceExperience serving as the liaison between a corporation and government with experience effectively communicating with senior executives regarding governmental policy threats and opportunitiesPossess a track record of delivering results by developing and implementing advocacy programs in the legislative and executive branchesDemonstrated first-hand familiarity with congressional and executive branch politics, processes, customs, and ethics.Technical understanding of current sea-based, ground-based, air deployed and space deployed capabilitiesAbility to possess a strategic mindset to navigate, affect, and/or lead complex initiatives with senior-level stakeholdersStrong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express concepts in verbal and written formsExcellent interpersonal and influence skills to cultivate relationships, facilitate negotiations, and build partnerships with customersProven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviewsProven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinkingPreferred:Typically, 15-20 years of relevant experience; 10+ years of experience working on legislative matters in the private sector, a Congressional office, or an Executive AgencyAbility to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decisions in ambiguity and own those decisionsMastery of the ability to drive innovative thinking, lead and inspire your team, instill collaboration, challenge status quo, manage complex situations, delegate authority, and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situationsPossess leadership acumen to perform as a true strategic partner to top company executives; ability to establish presence and demeanor to interface and work collaboratively with leaders and skill to make significant contributions on key leadership committeesDemonstrated passion for ideation, intellectual curiosity, and innovation, as well as motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purposeProven long-term and strategic perspective that extends beyond the immediate initiatives; visualizes and articulates a clear directionTeam oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervisionBackground in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent marketsActive Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required for this position. Learn more about the background check process for Security ClearancesIMPORTANT NOTICE: To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services. Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements: Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and stepsFrequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterityRarely lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.Working Conditions: Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materialsRarely exposed to loud noises Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.
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