Director Government Relations

Overview

About Us

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

V2X is looking for a Director of Government Relations to provide research, analysis, establish relationships with Federal Governmental Leaders, and related support relevant to V2X’s existing and future contemplated programs. For this role, we are looking for a candidate who is organized, proactive, adaptable, and excited by the opportunity to help build the Government Relations function for an industry-leading federal government contractor.

The Director of Government Relations will support the Chief Growth Officer and participate in the management of V2X’s government relations activities. These include issues management, analysis, and advocacy with prioritized, relevant government officials at all levels, and supporting the corporation’s activities in the political and public policy areas.

The Director of Government Relations serves as a member of the V2X Business Development Team and represents V2X’s interests before federal governments. The Director works under the supervision of the Chief Growth Officer to leverage federal policy efforts to protect and grow V2X’s business nationally and internationally. This role requires significant leadership and business acumen and works across V2X to coordinate business, technical, legal, and other inputs to effectively represent V2X before legislatures and regulatory bodies in the US and other countries.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively track federal legislative and regulatory developments including US Federal government budgets

Design and manage the V2X Client Engagement Strategy for all governmental officials

Draft presentations, write papers, and talking points for V2X staff in support of activities focused on both internal and external audiences

Identify and analyze policy trends to help inform business decisions, develop policy positions, and advance the company’s business objectives and initiatives

Protect V2X’s business interests and expand growth opportunities through advocacy, education, and engagement at the federal levels

Help to establish V2X as a trusted thought leader by promoting the company with prioritized, relevant government officials and policy influencers

Support internal and external clients by monitoring, analyzing, and providing insights into the political, legislative, and public policy landscapes

Conduct research, provide analysis, and prepare issue briefs explaining the political, societal, and legislative dynamics on a wide range of policy issues

Manage a portfolio of public policy issues and track and report on policy trends and developments, providing recommendations on positioning

Closely monitor and flag legislative and regulatory actions that could impact the company

Promote and manage the company’s PAC within appropriate regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree required

Graduate degree in law, public policy, or a related discipline is a plus

Experience:

Ten (10+) years’ experience working with legislative and regulatory bodies at the federal level

Preference for experience in the government contractor/services industry

Previous experience on Capitol Hill or in a State Legislature required

Strong bipartisan network that can be leveraged on behalf of V2X

A demonstrated track record developing and executing public policy campaigns with high ROI and demonstrable returns to clients/business

Other Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required

Budget Responsibilities:

Budget responsibility for Government Relation Consultants/lobbying firms with an average spend of $300K per year, with the possibility of a surge spend to $500K for special requirements if directed by CGO

Financial management responsibility of administering the PAC

Skills:

In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal level

Must possess significant personal relationships in Washington, DC and state capitals, and be seen as an industry leader externally

Comfortable operating in a matrixed environment and adaptable to handle multiple competing priorities with diverse internal and external stakeholders

Strong written and oral communication skills and comfort speaking in public

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills required

Keen understanding of the legislative, regulatory, policymaking, and political processes including the US Congress

Software:

Microsoft Office 365 suite

What We Bring:

At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.

The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.

The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company’s base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company.

USD $200,000 – $225,000

Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States. Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.

Employee benefits include the following:

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off, including holidays

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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